Ethel Zure
Health and Care Assistant
Summary
A qualified Support Worker with experience in Domiciliary Care, live-in support, and Supported living. Skilled in creative problem-solving and working on multiple projects, excelling in collaborative environments. Capable of working under limited supervision with over one year of UK experience in accomplishing assigned tasks.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Support Worker/Live In Carer/Domiciliary Carer
Healthcare 1st Choice Limited
02.2023 - 03.2025
- Supported daily living by assisting with cleaning, meal planning, and shopping
- Collaborated with health professionals to manage medication, conduct routine checks, and attend appointments
- Facilitated life skills development by teaching individuals to use public transport, pay bills, and manage finances
- Provided emotional support to individuals and their families to promote a sense of security and well-being
- Encouraged personal growth by supporting individuals in pursuing hobbies and interests
- Facilitated social activities to help individuals connect with friends and maintain relationships
- Delivered personal care by assisting with bathing, dressing, and other hygiene-related activities
- Maintained comprehensive records and documented daily interactions and progress
- Liaised with healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care
- Monitored changes in clients' physical and mental health and reported concerns to healthcare professionals
- Prepared and served meals, assisting with feeding and hydration as needed
- Assisted with personal care including washing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Completed household tasks such as laundry, ironing, shopping, and other domestic chores
- Supported clients in participating in social activities and maintaining connections with family and friends
- Completed written reports after each visit, updating client records and care plans
- Provided specialized care for individuals with dementia, Parkinson's disease, stroke, and other conditions
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Safeguarded client well-being by monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and reporting any changes to appropriate medical professionals.
Nurse Aide
Melfort Old Peoples’ Home
Harare
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Helped patients with bathing, meal assistance, toileting, and mobility support
- Monitored patient health, behavioral and physical changes, promptly reporting concerns to ward supervisor
- Assisting with drug administration
- Assisting with personal care
- Catheter care
- Repositioning patients to prevent pressure ulcers
- Looking after patients with spinal cord injury
- Monitoring patient's skin
- Admitting patients
- Recorded weight and height measurements, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Recorded vital signs, contributing to accurate medical records.
- Facilitated patient mobility with transportation assistance services.
- Provided companionship to lonely patients, supporting their mental well-being.
Filing Clerk
MT Chiwaridzo Attorneys
Harare
02.2017 - 12.2019
- Assisting with personal care e.g
- Washing, showering, and dressing
- Changing incontinent pads and emptying urinary catheters
- Making their beds and keeping the environment clean
- Giving back and foot massages
- Brushing teeth and hair
- Repositioning clients
- Reading books to patients
- Writing patient care plans
- Communicating effectively with patients and the team
- Maintaining a safe environment
- Feeding the patients and monitoring their fluid and diet intake
- Supervised medication administration
Education
Nurse Aide -
Zimbabwe Red Cross Society
Higher National Diploma - Human Resources Management
Harare Polytechnic College
National Diploma - Human Resources Management
Harare Polytechnic College
Harare, Mashonaland ProvinceAdvanced Level - MATHS. C
Zimbabwe
Ordinary level - undefined
Rufaro High School
Skills
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Listening Skills
- Adaptability
- Interpersonal Communication
- Multitasking
- Compassion
- Therapy Session Leadership
- Patient Behavior Observation
- Time Management
- Flexible Work Hours
- Computer Literacy
- Empathy
- Emotional Support
- Accurate Record-Keeping
- Client Needs Assessment
- Patient Care and Assistance
- Medication Administration
- Observation
- Patience Under Stress
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Care Plans
- Delivering Individual Support Plans
Additional Education
- Nurse Aide, 2022, Zimbabwe Red Cross Society, Chitungwiza, Zimbabwe
- Higher National Diploma in Human Resources Management, 2016, Harare Polytechnic College, Harare, Zimbabwe
- National Diploma in Human Resources Management, 2014, Harare Polytechnic College, Harare, Zimbabwe
- Advanced Level, 2011, Zimbabwe, MATHS. C
- Ordinary level, 2007, Rufaro High School, Masvingo, Zimbabwe
Timeline
Support Worker/Live In Carer/Domiciliary Carer
Healthcare 1st Choice Limited
02.2023 - 03.2025
Nurse Aide
Melfort Old Peoples’ Home
01.2020 - 01.2022
Filing Clerk
MT Chiwaridzo Attorneys
02.2017 - 12.2019
Higher National Diploma - Human Resources Management
Harare Polytechnic College
National Diploma - Human Resources Management
Harare Polytechnic College
Advanced Level - MATHS. C
Zimbabwe
Ordinary level - undefined
Rufaro High School
Nurse Aide -
Zimbabwe Red Cross Society
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