Care Assistant Personal
Resume:
Phillimon George Moyo Carer
Zimbabwe
Telephone: +263*********
E-mail: adzyql@r.postjobfree.com
Profile
I am a conscientious, honest, and empathetic caregiver who possesses the ability to enhance the quality of life for others. Currently, I am actively seeking an opportunity to work as a Care Worker. With more than 5 years of experience, I have diligently provided dignified care to patients in hospital settings as well as family members. Moreover, I hold essential values such as friendliness, politeness, and compassion, and I genuinely consider it an honor to be entrusted with the responsibility of caring for others. In possession of a valid driver’s license, police clearance and a UK predeparture TB Certificate.
Skills and Attributes
●Compassionate caregiving
●Excellent communication
●Empathy and understanding
●Medication management
●Meal planning and preparation
●Personal hygiene assistance
●Transportation coordination
●Time management
Work Experience
Dec 2021 - Present Care Assistant - Mutambara Mission Hospital
Chimanimani, Zimbabwe
Summary of role
The primary focus is to provide basic care and support to patients admitted in the male and female wards at the hospital to ensure they are as comfortable as possible during their stay at the hospital.
Responsibilities
●Providing everyday personal care such as washing, dressing and general hygiene
●Monitoring the patient’s condition and informing nurses and doctors who are also involved with the patient’s care.
●Helping with taking of medication
●Serving meals and assisting patients with feeding when required
●Ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the wards to promote a safe, clean and comfortable environment.
June 2021 - Sep 2021 Care Assistant Intern - Milton Park Medical Centre
Harare, Zimbabwe
Summary of role
Gained practical experience working in a healthcare facility providing quality health care support services to patients visiting and admitted at the medical centre.
Responsibilities
●Assisted patients to get out of bed, bath, dress, and feed.
●Performed bed making, damp dusting and tiding the sluice room by maintaining all infection control protocols.
●Monitored and documented noticeable changes in the patients’ health.
●Performed general toileting by offering bed pans, commodes, and urinal bottles.
●Assisted in compiling admission and perioperative paperwork.
●Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
●Carried out basic health check procedures, such as taking vital signs, urinalysis, COVID antigen testing, COVID PCR testing and Glucometer tests.
●Assisted in preparing sterile surgical instruments for surgical procedures.
●Transported patients between the ward and the operating theater and helped them to keep calm while waiting for surgery.
March 2018 - March 2021 Homebased Caregiver for my Grandparents
Responsibilities
●Provided compassionate care and support to grandparents, ensuring their well-being and comfort.
●Assisted with personal hygiene tasks, including bathing, grooming, and dressing.
●Managed medication schedules and administered medications as prescribed.
●Prepared nutritious meals and monitored dietary requirements.
●Arranged and accompanied grandparents to medical appointments, ensuring timely and safe transportation.
●Engaged in meaningful conversation and provided companionship to alleviate feelings of isolation.
●Assisted with light housekeeping duties and maintained a clean and organized living environment.
●Actively monitored and reported any changes in their physical or mental health to appropriate family members and healthcare professionals.
●Developed strong communication and problem-solving skills while addressing their evolving needs and preferences.
●Demonstrated patience, empathy, and a deep sense of responsibility in delivering high-quality care.
Other Work Experience
June 2016 - January 2018 Enterprise Development Officer - TP Consulting
Johannesburg, South Africa
November 2014 - June 2016 UX Researcher - Connection Software, Harare, Zimbabwe
Education and Qualifications
IELTS Academic (Band 6.5) British Council, Zimbabwe
Nurse Aide Certificate St John Ambulance, Zimbabwe
The 6 C’s of Care Florence Academy, UK
Dignity in Care Florence Academy, UK
Continence Management and Care Florence Academy, UK
Infection Control Florence Academy, UK
Adult Social Care Florence Academy, UK
Conflict Resolution and Complaints Handling Florence Academy, UK
Nutrition/hydration Florence Academy, UK
Record Keeping Florence Academy, UK
Communication Florence Academy, UK
Personal Care Florence Academy, UK
References
Dr Innocent Zano Mr. Chikomborero Jimu
Medical Superintendent Nurse in Charge
Mutambara Mission Hospital Milton Park Medical Centre
P.O Box 90 No. 3 Harvey Brown Avenue
Nhedziwa, Chimanimani Harare
Zimbambwe Zimbabwe
T: +263********* T: +263*********
E: adzyql@r.postjobfree.com E: adzyql@r.postjobfree.com
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