Care Assistant Health
Resume:
Blessed Gukwe
Health Care Assistant
Detail-oriented Health Care Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Remains calm and effective in difficult and stressful situations. Defuses stressful situations and manages behavioral needs with grace. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support. Currently seeking role with the possibility of further education and career progression. *********@*****.***
South Africa
WORK EXPERIENCE
Care Assistant
Livewell Care Home
01/2022 - Present,
Minimised care continuity issues by keeping thorough, accurate records. Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
Delivered personal care focused on individual needs, preserving patient dignity and self esteem.
Successfully positioned, lifted and moved patients from bed into wheelchairs, applying safe handling techniques.
Provided customized care according to individual health plan. Worked alongside other health professionals to check vitals and tend to patient needs.
Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care. Care Assistant
Private Home Care
09/2019 - 12/2021,
Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitising patient rooms.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical record form. Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels. Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment. Provided companionship through conversation, playing games and listening to stories.
SKILLS
Catheter cleaning and
management
Degenerative disease
management
CPR & first Aid
Excellent hygiene standards
Chronic Disease management
Infection Control and Aseptic
Procedures
Daily Activities
Patient rehabilitation assistance
Medication supply management
Bath-time assistance
Vital signs monitoring
Spinal injury management
Pressure area care Urine care
PEG feeding
Rehabilitation exercises
Compassionate patient care
LANGUAGES
English
Full Professional Proficiency
SOFT SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal skills
Reliable and punctual
Achievements/Tasks
Achievements/Tasks
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Care Assistant
Phonix Care Home
01/2018 - 09/2019,
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
SUMMARY OF OTHER ROLES
Child Caregiver and Nanny, Private Home (01/2016 - 12/2017) Housewife, Personal Home (01/2009 - 12/2015)
KEY ABILITIES
Ability to manage the extra workload and ability to multitask. Ability to perform basic home management and cooking skills. An avid baker, baking cakes and selling to community. Have been voted the best baker in the community.
Ability to follow care plans. Ability to recognize anomalies in general conditions and report to management.
Ability to pay close attention to detail. Sensitivity to the needs of others; trustworthiness, integrity, and flexibility.
Extended ability to provide quality outpatient care to clients in diverse settings.
SOFT SKILLS
Professional demeanor
Empathetic
Friendly and engaging
Teamwork
CERTIFICATES
Care Certificates, Red Cross
Society
GCSE Ordinary Level, Ministry of
Education (2005 - 2008)
REFERENCES
Available on request
Achievements/Tasks
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