Mercy Manongwa
Hatfield
Summary
Compassionate Senior Care Assistant skilled in medication administration and patient advocacy. Committed to enhancing client well-being through effective communication and individualized care planning.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Care Assistant
CONNECTIONS HEALTH CARE
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored and documented patient health status, reporting changes to healthcare team.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Advocated for patient needs, facilitating communication between clients and healthcare providers.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, improving compliance among clients.
- Coordinated recreational activities to enhance client engagement and well-being.
Health Care Assistant
FIFE AVENUE CLINIC
04.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted with patient intake, ensuring accurate documentation and smooth workflow.
- Supported medical staff in administering treatments and monitoring patient conditions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of clinical areas to promote a safe environment.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding care plans and procedures to enhance understanding.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
Live-In Caregiver
Private Residence
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Provided personal care and assistance with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Assisted clients with mobility and physical exercises to enhance physical well-being.
- Maintained a clean, safe living environment for clients by performing housekeeping tasks such as laundry, cleaning, and organizing household items.
- Administered medications accurately and timely, ensuring proper dosages for optimum client health.
- Contributed to a positive living environment by fostering a sense of companionship and socialization for the client.
Education
BARCHELOR OF COMMERCE HONORS DEGREE - Banking And Finance
MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY
GWERU03-2021
Skills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Dementia care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Medication administration
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Emotional support
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Active listening
Timeline
Senior Care Assistant
CONNECTIONS HEALTH CARE
10.2023 - Current
Health Care Assistant
FIFE AVENUE CLINIC
04.2022 - 09.2023
Live-In Caregiver
Private Residence
04.2021 - 03.2022
BARCHELOR OF COMMERCE HONORS DEGREE - Banking And Finance
MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY
HOBBIES
PLAYING SOCCER
SWIMMING
TRAVELLING