Fungisai Mary-Ann
Samuriwo
Carer
Profile
As a highly experienced and skilled Carer with a strong track record of providing exceptional care to elderly patients, I am confident in my ability to make a significant impact in the role of Carer. With over 3years of experience, I have developed a deep understanding of personal care and hygiene support, as well as the ability to assist with recreational and therapeutic activities to improve mental health. I am skilled in administering medications and monitoring vital signs, resulting in improved health outcomes for patients. Furthermore, my strong communication and interpersonal skills enable me to effectively care for patients from diverse backgrounds. I am a problem-solver, adept at resolving patient concerns and complaints efficiently. I am also experienced in coordinating care plans with healthcare professionals, ensuring holistic patient care. My dedication to infection control measures enhances patient safety and reduces the risk of infection. I am highly organized, managing patient records and documentation accurately and efficiently. Additionally, I provide emotional and social support to patients and their families, promoting overall wellbeing. My adaptability and versatility allow me to thrive in different work environments and meet varying patient needs. I have cultivated positive relationships with patients, families, and colleagues, consistently demonstrating empathy and compassion. With my comprehensive skill set and commitment to exceptional care, I am confident in my ability to excel as a Carer. I am eager to contribute my expertise to your team and make a positive impact on the lives of those in need.
Employment History
Carer at St Giles Association
May 2020 — March 2024
- Provided personal care and hygiene support, enhancing the quality of life for elderly patients- Assisted with recreational and therapeutic activities, promoting improved mental health for patients with disabilities- Administered medications and monitored vital signs, resulting in improved health outcomes- Developed strong communication and interpersonal skills, effectively caring for patients from diverse backgrounds- Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, resolving patient concerns and complaints efficiently- Coordinated care plans with healthcare professionals, ensuring holistic patient care- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing patient safety and reducing the risk of infection- Managed patient records and documentation accurately and efficiently- Provided emotional and social support to patients and their families, promoting overall wellbeing- Adapted to different work environments and patient Details
Harare
Zimbabwe
ad5d78@r.postjobfree.com
Skills
Ability to Work in a Team
Personal care
Hygiene support
Recreational activities
Therapeutic activities
Medication administration
Vital sign monitoring
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Care coordination
needs, demonstrating flexibility and versatility- Cultivated positive relationships with patients, families, and colleagues, showing empathy and compassion
Based Care-Caring
January 2011 — March 2022
- Calmly soothing patients in a caring manner- Safely transporting patients to medical facilities- Ensuring patients take medications correctly and on time- Establishing and maintaining daily routines for meals, bathing, and grooming- Preventing patients from wandering- Providing ongoing supervision and support at home- Preparing nutritious meals for patients- Reporting any signs of violence or changes in behavior
Carer-Caring at Cansa Care Home
January 2014 — October 2019
- Provided compassionate care to elderly patients in a residential care facility- Managed patient care plans to improve overall health and wellbeing by 35%- Administered medications according to protocols with zero medication errors- Assisted with daily living activities to improve patient mobility and independence by 25%- Documented patient records accurately, resulting in a 45% reduction in documentation errors- Communicated effectively with families and care teams
Education
Diploma in Caregiving, GSCE
January 2007