Healthcare Assistant Phone: +276********

VIGENUS NYAHUNZVI

Email:ad46pi@r.postjobfree.com

Location: Durban, South Africa

PROFILE

A conscientious Healthcare Assistant with expertise in the provision of exemplary care to maintain the health, safety and development of patients, often with complex health care needs and different conditions. With extensive knowledge of health care services, highly experienced in the delivery of individual care plans whilst working in conjunction with community and local authority teams. Skilled in mental health support, with an emphasis on promoting and maintaining patient wellbeing and independence. Demonstrates strong leadership qualities with the ability to conduct patient assessments, supervise the provision of safe and compassionate care, and evaluate care effectiveness. Acts with integrity and in the best interest of patients while ensuring compliance with policies and guidelines to promote care home efficiency. Seeking a full-time role in the Health Care Industry with a possibility of career progression. SKILLS

Excellent time management

Problem Solving

Excellent Communication skills

Physical Strength & Stamina

Reliability & Flexibility

Safe patient handling

Catheter Care

Understands Medical Procedures

Palliative Care

Dementia Care

First Aid & CPR

Urine Care

Bowel Care

Observant

Cleanliness

Empathy & Caring

Compassion

Patience

Positivity

Cheerfulness

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Understanding of common disorders Knowledge of medical terminology.

• Strong attention to detail.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Private Home Based Care

Job Title: Personal Care Assistant July 2023 - date The main focus is on the provision of care and support to a local resident as well as monitoring her health and assist with the general home organization, by ensuring she is as comfortable as possible. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisted resident with care such as grooming, washing and maintaining personal hygiene standards through providing bed baths, bed pans, and oral care.

• Ensure resident is served healthy, nutritious meals, considering any special dietary needs and personal preferences.

• Escorts resident to and from appointments with various specialists.

• Following care plans created by medical staff.

• Accompany her to outings including shopping, visits and medical appointments Administering the prescribed medication.

• Provided social and mental support

Bumhudzo Old People’s Home

Job Title: Care Worker May 2019 – Jun 2023

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting residents with personal care such as grooming, washing and maintaining personal hygiene standards through providing bed baths, bed pans, and oral care. Providing social and mental support to the residents and relatives.

• Involvement with writing residents’ care plans.

• Providing information to family members regarding the care plan.

• Ensuring that the resident’s needs and wishes are met.

• Working with other health and social care professionals to provide holistic care.

• Recording and reporting essential information in the residents’ daily reports accurately and immediately (communication systems, care and health monitoring, accident and incident reports) Administering prescribed medication.

• Gently encouraging residents to get involved with recreational activities and hobbies.

• Assisting with mobility.

Mbuya Dorcas Hospital

Job Title: Healthcare Assistant January 2018 – Apr 2019 Key Responsibilities

• Assisted residents with care such as grooming, washing and maintaining personal hygiene standards through providing bed baths, bed pans, and oral care.

• Assisted in changing pads and all the way to support with managing a catheter.

• Supported the RGN in continence nursing through assisting residents to manage bowel or bladder problems as easily as possible.

• Assist with the management of patient indwelling urethral catheters

• Helped the patients to manage and cope with their condition by proving catheter care

• Assisted with the care of urostomy, nephrostomy care and bowel management

• Ensured patient is served healthy, nutritious meals, considering any special dietary

• Provided companionship

ACHIEVEMENTS

• Received commendation from supervisor due to exceptional focus on companionship and homemaking.

• Attained 100% ratings for punctuality.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

St Johns Ambulance Association Valid Passport

• Nurse Aid Valid & clean drivers’ licence

• Valid Police Clearance

• Valid TB Test

• Valid IELTS

• Covid 19 Fully Vaccinated

• Seeking Certificate of Sponsorship

References Available Upon Request

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