Compassionate and reliable team member with impressive work ethic. Committed to improving health and wellbeing by facilitating exceptional levels of care. Proactive and friendly communicator with superb rapport-building skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Carer
Tiger Lily Care
Kent, England
01.2024 - 03.2024
Created positive relationships with clients through practical support and companionship, improving overall quality of life.
Aided clients with bedtime routines, washing and dressing.
Ensured clients were correctly taking prescribed medications, maintaining optimal health.
Assisted clients with daily household tasks including cleaning, laundry and food preparation.
Maintained client dignity and respect throughout dressing, showering and toileting.
Maintained excellent physical fitness levels to safely, securely lift and manoeuvre patients.
Assisted clients with daily household cleaning, laundry and food preparation.
Safely lifted, transferred and repositioned service users using hoists and wheelchairs.
Female Fire Fighter
Fireservices department
Harare, Zimbabwe
01.2003 - 11.2023
Responded swiftly and safely to all emergency calls and requests for assistance
Worked with all members of the community, being sensitive to the needs of others particularly having regard to equality and diversity issues
Provided humanitarian services saving life.
Carer
Private Clients
Harare, Zimbabwe
01.2001 - 12.2003
Experience of working with living with dementia, stroke survivors, adults living with learning disabilities and mental health conditions.
Safely transported and accompanied clients to appointments and activities.
Maintained hygienic living environments through regular cleaning.
Assisted with daily meal prep, promoting nutritious options for optimal health and wellbeing.
Created positive relationships with clients through practical support and companionship, improving overall quality of life.
Aided clients with bedtime routines, washing and dressing.
Ensured clients were correctly taking prescribed medications, maintaining optimal health.
Supported clients in accessing social and leisure activities, developing increased independence and life satisfaction.
Prioritised person-centred care to maximise independence for clients with dementia and limited mobility.
Education
GSCE - GCSES
Hatfield Girls High School
09.1999 - 05.2000
Skills
Empathy and compassion
Safeguarding knowledge
Personal care
Cultural awareness
Dementia awareness
Interpersonal communication
Activities of Daily Living
Dementia care
Meal preparation
End Of Life Care
Disability Care
Community engagement
Organisational standards
Mental health support
Dignity in care
Client record management
Compassionate client care
Administering medication
Household chores
Patient services
Teamwork
Communication skills
Active listening skills
Patience and a calm demeanour in dealing with challenging situations
Flexibility and adaptability to changing work environments