Lesmore Makumbi
Caregiver
Dunstable,Bedfordshire
Summary
In the noble pursuit of providing compassionate care, I am a vibrant and dedicated care worker who wholeheartedly commits to fostering efficient and effective collaboration among care teams, service users, and their families. With an exuberant and outgoing demeanor, I bring a professional approach that is both collaborative and flexible, always striving to achieve resolutions that are mutually beneficial to all involved parties. My unwavering dedication as a care worker is underscored by a profound understanding of the diverse care needs that exist within our community. I take pride in offering not only essential care but also companionship and a variety of engaging activities tailored to the unique preferences and interests of the service users under my care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Healthcare Support Worker
CORNERSTONE CARE LTD
Milton Keynes, UK
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted service users with washing, bathing, dressing, getting up, and going to bed
- Supported clients to attend medical appointments, along with walking, exercising and any other mobility tasks
- Built and maintained patient dignity, treating service users with utmost care and respect
- Promoted healthy living, supporting service users with suitable meal choice
- Administering service user medication, paying close attention to accurate dosage and frequency
- Ensured stable client health and well-being though regular observations, reporting concerns promptly
- Provided empathetic personal care, maintaining respect and dignity for service users throughout
- Maintained clients well being by engaging in polite, friendly, and engaging conversations throughout visits.
- Ensured timely administration of medications and treatments as directed by medical professionals, promoting patient health and wellbeing.
- Promoted adherence to facility policies and procedures by modeling professional behavior at all times, ensuring consistent standards across the workplace.
- Demonstrated effective problem-solving abilities in addressing challenges encountered during routine care provision or emergency situations.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by supporting colleagues in their duties and offering assistance when needed.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers, helping to ensure understanding of care plans and expectations.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients through empathetic listening skills, promoting open dialogue about concerns or questions related to their healthcare experience.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Utilized strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining a high level of attention to detail in documentation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans that addressed the unique needs of each patient.
- Provided comprehensive support to patients with activities of daily living, fostering independence and dignity.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing timely, responsive care and addressing individual concerns proactively.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Care Assistant
Courage Limited
Trend House, Luton LU1 1LY
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment conducive to healing.
- Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted patients with mobility, transferring them safely between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs as needed.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Managed time effectively while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all aspects of patient care were addressed promptly.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines for optimal health.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients through regular monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to medical staff.
- Conducted regular safety checks on equipment used in patient care to ensure proper functionality and mitigate risks.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices in caregiving techniques.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by engaging in conversation and recreational activities, fostering a sense of companionship.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams to maintain an open dialogue about ongoing care needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the caregiving process, building trust and rapport.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, documenting changes in condition or response to treatment interventions.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing guidance on how they could best assist their loved ones throughout the caregiving journey.
VOLUNTARY NURSE AIDE
Harare Central Hospital
Harare
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Maintained patient privacy, demonstrating sensitivity and confidentiality when dealing with patients' personal affairs
- Generated well-written, comprehensive handover reports to support inter-shift communication
- Administered CPR following Basic Life Support during emergency cases to help patients encountering cardiac arrest
- Observed symptoms to monitor unusual changes requiring medical attention
- Measured blood pressure, pulse rate and oxygen level as of physical assessments
- Bathed, changed, and fed patients to ease discomfort and support basic caring needs
- Turned and adjusted the position of patients for patient comfort and to avoid bed sores.
Education
Skills
- Personal care assistance
- Patient assessments
- Infection Control
- Ethical decision making
- Administering medicine
- Hoist operation
- First Aid
- Emotional Resilience
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Medication Administration
- Disability Awareness
- Care Plan Management
- Progress Documentation
- Care plan assessment
- Client Transportation
- Social Skills Development
- EMR / EHR
- First aid and safety
- Health and safety requirements
- Medical Records Management
- Light Housekeeping
- Relationship Building
- First Aid Certification
- Clear Communication
- Time Management
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Supportive Personality
- Communication Assistance
Certification
- Health and safety Training Certificate
- Care certificate
- Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism
Languages
English proficiency
Additionaldetails
Microsoft Office
References
Available on request
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Travelling
- Photography
- Walking
- Archery
Timeline
Care Assistant
Courage Limited
03.2024 - 04.2024
Healthcare Support Worker
CORNERSTONE CARE LTD
06.2023 - Current
VOLUNTARY NURSE AIDE
Harare Central Hospital
09.2021 - 03.2022