Racheal Mwale
Chicago,IL
Summary
Skilled in analytical thinking and problem-solving, I significantly enhanced patient care quality at University Teaching Hospital by streamlining data collection processes. Leveraging teamwork and Microsoft Office proficiency, I improved research efficiency and patient outcomes, demonstrating a strong commitment to excellence and collaborative success in challenging environments. Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness, and household activities. Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills. Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
University Teaching Hospital
Lusaka, Zambia
01.2022
- Collection of data for research purpose, taking family histories, collection of blood samples, changing of catheters, collection of sputum samples for TB research purposes.
Summer Camp Counselor
Easterseals Wisconsin
Wisconsin Dells
05.2024 - Current
- Assist campers with all personal care needs, mealtime assistance and positive behavior support
- Ensured that campers are on time for medications and meals
- Report any accidents, illness, or sickness to supervisor or nurse
- Taking care of and managing the needs of the special needs clients (transfers).
Live in Caregiver
Private Homeowner
Chicago, IL
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Live in Caregiver
Private Homeowner
DeKalb, IL
02.2022 - 11.2023
- Maintained a clean, safe living environment for clients by performing housekeeping tasks such as laundry, cleaning, and organizing household items.
- Enhanced nutritional intake of clients by preparing healthy meals according to dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Promoted clients'' physical and mental health by engaging them in appropriate exercises and recreational activities.
- Administered medications accurately and timely, ensuring proper dosages for optimum client health.
- Established trust with clients and their families through effective communication, empathy, and professionalism.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or social engagements as needed while prioritizing safety during travel.
- Managed challenging behaviors or special needs effectively using patience, understanding, and behavioral interventions when necessary.
- Implemented strategies for fall prevention in the home environment to minimize injury risk for elderly or disabled clients.
- Enhanced clients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted clients in managing chronic conditions through close monitoring, lifestyle modifications, and adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Supported clients in maintaining independence by assisting with daily activities such as personal grooming, mobility, and meal preparation.
- Identified potential hazards within the home environment, making necessary adjustments to ensure client safety and comfort.
- Provided emotional support for both clients and their families during difficult times or transitions in care arrangements.
- Facilitated open communication between client families and healthcare providers regarding updates on client progress or changes in care.
- Ensured safety and well-being of clients through rigorous health monitoring and medication administration.
- Contributed to a positive living environment by fostering a sense of companionship and socialization for the client.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by actively listening to their concerns and adjusting care routines accordingly.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans tailored to each client''s unique needs.
- Adapted care routines to accommodate changes in clients'' health or preferences, maintaining a high level of satisfaction.
- Educated family members on best practices in caregiving for continued comfort after transitioning out of live-in services.
Education
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) -
Lusaka Apex Medical University
05.2024
Bachelor of Human Biology -
Lusaka Apex Medical University
09.2021
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Microsoft Office
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Analytical Thinking
- Recordkeeping
- Quality Assurance
- Dementia care
- Meal preparation
- Hoyer lift use
- Medical management
- Live in home care
- Light house keeping
- Respite care
- Personal
- Wound care
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer, Tuberculosis Clinic and ART Clinic University Teaching Hospital, Lusaka, Zambia, 01/19 - 05/24, Data collection, Dispensing of drugs, Sample collection, Guidance and Counseling services
- Volunteer, Sickle Cell Clinic Assessor Levy Mwanawasa Teaching Hospital, Lusaka, Zambia, 01/20 - 05/24, Guidance and counseling, Blood transfusion monitoring, Blood collection, Blood crosschecking
- Midwife Assistant, Matero Level One Hospital, Lusaka, Zambia, 03/21, Childbirth assistant, Pre-natal and post-natal examination, Guidance and counseling, Administration of drugs
- Lab Technician, Chilenje Level One Hospital, Lusaka, Zambia, 09/23, Collection of blood samples, Performing urinalysis, Performing antigen test (HIV, Syphilis etc.)
- Student Medical Volunteer, Chainama Hills Mental Hospital, Lusaka, Zambia, 01/22 - 12/22, History taking, Attending to the needs of the patient, Guidance and counseling
Certification
CPR AND AED WITH FIRST AID
Timeline
Summer Camp Counselor
Easterseals Wisconsin
05.2024 - Current
Live in Caregiver
Private Homeowner
11.2023 - 04.2024
Live in Caregiver
Private Homeowner
02.2022 - 11.2023
Research Assistant
University Teaching Hospital
01.2022
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) -
Lusaka Apex Medical University
Bachelor of Human Biology -
Lusaka Apex Medical University