Sthandiwe Mbutho
Southbury,CT
Summary
Compassionate Personal Care Aide with experience in providing support to elderly and disabled clients in home settings. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, medication management, and mobility support. Demonstrated ability to build trust and rapport with clients, enhancing their comfort and quality of life. Contributed to positive changes in clients' health and well-being through attentive care and emotional support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
At home care of CT
Bethel, Connecticut
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Assisted physical therapists with exercises designed to increase strength, coordination, balance and flexibility.
- Aided with mobility and independence for the patient and continually monitored safety.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted in feeding when needed.
- Utilized adaptive equipment such as wheelchair, walker or cane as needed.
- Helped patient get in and out of bed and wheelchair.
- Provided emotional support to the patient by listening attentively and engaging in meaningful conversations.
Personal Care Assistant
The Association for the Aged
Durban , KZN
01.2020 - 02.2023
- Providing exceptional care.
- Managing daily activities.
- Preparing nutritious meals.
- Assisting with personal hygiene.
- Administering medication.
- Performing light housekeeping tasks.
- Accompany patient to medical appointments.
Education
BBA - Supply Chain Management
Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology
Durban , KZN12-2026
Skills
- Housekeeping
- Activities of daily living support
- Compassionate patient care
- Care plan implementation
- Adaptable under pressure
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
At home care of CT
06.2024 - 01.2025
Personal Care Assistant
The Association for the Aged
01.2020 - 02.2023
BBA - Supply Chain Management
Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology