Care Assistant Nurse Aide

MUSIMBI SIKALINGA

HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT

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Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

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PROFILE

Dedicated and compassionate Health Care Assistant with over 3 years of experience in providing excellent patient care. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work under pressure, and exceptional attention to detail.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Industry Knowledge: Patient Care, Medical Terminology, Wound Care, Basic Life Support, Medication Administration

Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite

Soft Skills: Communication, Healthcare, Teamwork, Time Management, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving WORK EXPERIENCE

United Bulawayo Hospital Health Care Assistant October 2022 – Current

• Applying simple wound dressing

• Giving medication

• Changing medical equipment like catheters when required

• Making sure equipment is cleaned and stored correctly In December 2022 i provided palliative care and support to a family member with stroke at her home to ensure she was as comfortable as possible:

Key Responsibilities:

• Provided everyday personal care such as washing, dressing and general hygiene

• Monitored the patient's condition and informing health care practitioners who were also involved in her case

• Helped with taking of pain medication and pain-relieving techniques.

• Prepared meals and assisted patient with feeding when required

• Ensured ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the house to promote a safe, clean and comfortable environment

lngutsheni Central Hospital Health Care Assistant (Voluntary Services) Jan 2020– Nov 2021

• Assisted residents from their beds into wheelchairs and back. Took health measurements as well as lifting residents onto and off examination and procedure tables.

• Provided direct patient care such as assisting with personal hygiene, feeding, and ambulating patients

• Administered medications and treatments as directed by healthcare professional

• Assisted in monitoring patient vital signs and document observations in patient records.

• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as nurses and doctors to provide optimal patient care

• Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe patient environment

• Attended to patients' needs and report any changes in patients' conditions to the healthcare professional in charge

• Provided emotional support to patients and their families EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Zimbabwe RedCross Society

• Certificate in Nurse Aide

• Certificate Community Based Health Care Certificate

• Certificate in Advanced Nurse Aide

Binga Secondary School

• Zimsec Ordinary Level Certificate

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Clean Criminal Record

• TB Screening Certificate

• English Proficiency

• Covid-19 Certificates

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES

Available Upon Request

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