Work Experience
Practice care Assistance in a ** bed capacity Medsurg
unit, attending to more than 30 patients per day
Conduct preliminary assessment and evaluation during admission including measuring weight,temperature and blood pressure, documenting results will accuracy
Praised for accurate and efficient injections,blood sample and ancillary tests(Chemistry analysis, Urinalysis, Random blood sugar test and more) including vigilant in
answering patients calls
Clean and stock examinations rooms between patient visits and assist nurses with basic tests
Maintain sanitary conditions by providing immediate woundcare and dressing changes
Administer prescribed medications and tube feedings as directed by Registered Nurses
Record daily protocol information on special cases
,indicating monitored instructions and observations Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs
observed the cardiac monitor and notify the nursing and medical staff of any abnormal heart rhythm variances which indicate heart ischemia or an acute myocardial infarction.
Performs unit specific duties and additional clerical duties as needed which may include stocking and
maintaining clerical and patient supplies.
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Perform basic CPR as required
Assisted patients with bedpans, urinals and perineal cleansing
Care Assistant Med-surg
Kitwe Central Hospital Beds - 664
March 2023 - Present
Care Assistant Med-surg, Labour and delivery
Chimwemwe District Hospital Beds - 150
January 2022 - November 2021
Skills & Competences
Evidence Based Interventions
Critical Care monitoring skills
Medical Records Management
Care of Tubes and drains
Interprofessional collaboration and
leadership
Wound care
Care plans
Strong clinical judgment
Patient Assessments
Oxygen saturation standards
Strong Communication skills
Professional Summary
Thelma Chishala Chama
Care Assistant
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helma-chama-4bb006184
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Education History
Healthcare Assistant Dynamic Lusaka
Institute of Applied Sciences
2022
Received Certificate in Health care Assistant
Nursing
Certifications and Achievements
Certificate - Public Health Counseling 2014
Certificate - Psychosocial Counseling Skills
2010
CPR and First Aids, Handsworth institute-
2023
Training in Tuberculosis Management
,Handsworth institute 2023
Certificate in Health Care Assistant Nursing
Referenceswill 2022 be made available on
Request
Dedicated and passionate Nursing care Assistant
with 1 year experience with diverse competencies
gained in clinical placements in Med-surg units .
Consistently demonstrates a compassionate and
friendly attitude as a patient-focused team member, with proven skills in individualised care. Committed to upholding the highest quality of patient care as a junior medical professional.