Melody Alufasi
Boksburg North, Gauteng,South Africa
Summary
Skilled care worker with 9 years experience in assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Carer
Melville Frail Care Centre
Johannesburg 2109, South Africa
01.2019 - Current
- Assisted with mobility to ensure safety and prevent accidents.
- Provided personal grooming assistance such as bathing or dressing up for enhanced self-esteem among clients.
- Maintained patient records, guaranteeing accurate tracking of medical history and treatment plans.
- Regularly checked vital signs as part of ongoing monitoring of patient health status.
- Ensured proper nutrition by preparing healthy meals for patients.
- Offered companionship to reduce feelings of loneliness in patients.
- Improved patient comfort by regularly changing bed linens and maintaining cleanliness of personal spaces.
- Administered medication, ensuring correct dosage and timing.
- Demonstrated empathy towards the emotional needs of clients, providing necessary reassurance during difficult times.
- Maintained client dignity and respect throughout dressing, showering and toileting.
- Prioritised person-centred care to maximise independence for clients with dementia and limited mobility.
- Managed aggressive and threatening behaviour, working with clients suffering mental health disorders.
Carer
Nyasha Care Services
Harare, Zimbabwe
01.2015 - 12.2019
- Assisted patients with exercises designed by physical therapists to improve mobility and strength.
- Adhered strictly to privacy rules, respecting the confidentiality rights of all clients.
- Aided clients with bedtime routines, washing and dressing.
- Assisted clients with daily household tasks including cleaning, laundry and food preparation.
- Safely transported and accompanied clients to appointments and activities.
- Assisted with daily meal prep, promoting nutritious options for optimal health and wellbeing.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
- Helped individuals manage daily activities of living due to age, illness or injury, or chronic condition.
Education
GCSEs - GCSEs
Seke 5 High School
Zimbabwe 01.2003 - 12.2007
Skills
- Adaptable to patient needs
- Palliative Care
- Medication Administration
- Record-keeping
- Compassionate care
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Personal care assistance
- Dementia awareness
Affiliations
- Reading, swimming and running
Timeline
Carer
Melville Frail Care Centre
01.2019 - Current
Carer
Nyasha Care Services
01.2015 - 12.2019
GCSEs - GCSEs
Seke 5 High School
01.2003 - 12.2007
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