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Thabiso Mhlakaza

Harare

Summary

Adept Health Care Assistant with proven expertise in patient-focused care and time management, honed at Zororayi Home Care. Excelled in reducing infection risks and enhancing patient comfort, demonstrating exceptional empathy and proficient in vital signs monitoring. Certified in CPR/AED, showcasing a commitment to high-quality care and patient safety.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health Care Assistant

Zororayi Home Care
02.2020 - Current
  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
  • Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
  • Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
  • Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
  • Monitoring and recording patient's vitals
  • Preparing meals and driving patients to and from doctor's appointments

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Patient-focused care
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care
  • Meal Preparation
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Observing responses
  • Preparing meals
  • Patient Positioning
  • Calm Under Stress
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Recording vital signs
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Transporting patients
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Family Communication
  • Administering Medications
  • Basic Life Support
  • Room Cleaning and Restocking
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Specimen Collection
  • Wound Care
  • Light Housekeeping

Certification

Diploma in caregiving (Alison)

Timeline

Health Care Assistant

Zororayi Home Care
02.2020 - Current
Thabiso Mhlakaza