Support Worker Personal

Shallen Chirindo

Personal Support Worker/Health Care Aide

EMAIL

shaleycee@gmail

.com

PHONE

+263 713 378

8269

PERSONAL SUMMARY

Caring Personal Support Worker with a background in caring for elderly, disabled and injured patients in healthcare setting. Hands-on experience in performing routine tasks under direction of nurse staff. Established rapport of reliability and creating positive rapport with patients, family and staff. Patient-focused with

demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.

EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Alison Online

September 2022

Diploma in

Caregiving

Nursing Assistant

November 2020 - Present

Dr Mhako Medical Centre - Harare

Alison Online

June 2023

Diploma in Nursing

and Patient Care

June 2023

Certificate in CPR,

AED and First Aid

DUTIES

Checking patient vitals such as temperature,

blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.

Wiping down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transports to reduce instances of infection.

Observing patients to detect symptoms that require medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.

Reporting unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse

supervisor.

Assisting with feeding and monitoring intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Helping patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.

Engaging in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.

Promoting good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing. Following directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.

SKILLS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Empathy

Respect

Problem

Communic

ation

Confidenti

ality

Time management

Flexible

Companionship and

emotional support

Patient-focused care

Computer literate

Caregiver Volunteer

January 2019 October 2020

Wilkins Infectious Diseases Hospital Harare

DUTIES

Recognizing and reporting abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.

Changing dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.

Supporting patients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs. Assisting patients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

Engaging patients in meaningful conversation,

socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.

Assisting with dress guidance, grooming, meal

preparation, and medication reminders.

Monitoring client vital signs, administering medications, and tracking behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.

Turning and positioning bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.

REFERENCES Available upon request

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