Miriam Wachuka
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Carer
Helping Hands
Alcester, Warwickshire
10.2022 - Current
- Encourage social interaction for improved mental health amongst residents.
- Improve patient comfort by regularly changing bed linens and maintaining cleanliness of personal spaces.
- Administer medication, ensuring correct dosage and timing.
- Assist with mobility to ensure safety and prevent accidents.
- Ensure proper nutrition by preparing healthy meals for patients.
- Offer companionship to reduce feelings of loneliness in patients.
- Coordinate appointments with healthcare professionals for routine check-ups and treatments.
- Maintain patient records, guaranteeing accurate tracking of medical history and treatment plans.
- Respond swiftly to emergency situations, protecting patient well-being.
- Facilitate communication between patients and their families for better understanding of care plan progressions.
- Develop personalised care plans which catered to individual needs and preferences of each patient.
- Regularly checked vital signs as part of ongoing monitoring of patient health status.
- Assist patients with exercises designed by physical therapists to improve mobility and strength.
- Help maintain a safe environment for all residents, reducing risk of falls or injuries.
- Provide tailored support to family members through particularly difficult periods.
- Partner with supervisors and social services team to help coordinate quality care.
- Coordinate clients appointments with healthcare professionals in support of ongoing treatment objectives.
- Ran personal errands for clients and transported individuals to social gatherings.
- Nurture trusted rapport with clients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Assist clients with adapting to life changes due to bodily or brain injuries.
- Read aloud to clients, offering mental stimulation and social companionship.
- Monitor client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
- Maintain optimal safety standards throughout client home and care environments, prioritising risk-reduction, health and hygiene.
- Monitor individual's physical and emotional wellbeing, promptly reporting changes and providing suggestions for care plan adjustments.
- Adapt to service users' needs and requests to maintain personalised care.
- Help individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- I Collaborate with external support providers, aiding continuity between caregivers.
Health care assistant
Halal Homecare Group
Nairobi, Starehe
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Provided basic health education to patients for proper self-care post discharge.
- Delivered high-quality patient service by maintaining cleanliness in wards.
- Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
- Enhanced healing process by changing wound dressings regularly.
- Assisted in physical therapy sessions with patients to promote mobility improvement.
- Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals, facilitated effective communication channels.
- Maintained stock levels of medical supplies on the ward, ensured uninterrupted provision of care services during shifts.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
- Empowered vulnerable individuals to retain maximum independence through targeted care.
- Met with patients and families to discuss care plan adaptations, seeking continual improvement.
- Built caring, supportive relationships with residents, enhancing daily life through personalised care.
- Assembled and dismantled equipment required by healthcare professionals.
- Helped design and update treatment plans based on progress and health developments.
- Updated families regularly on patient progress and treatment plan changes.
- Improved patients' quality of living, engaging in fulfilling and meaningful activities to encourage community access.
- Prioritised patient welfare, providing comfort, reassurance and support to reduce anxiety and distress.
- Ensured optimal hydration, monitoring and recording patients' fluid intake and output in fluid balance charts.
- Provided attentive first-hand care, comfort and safety to patients.
Reception assistant
Union Distributors
Nairobi, Starehe
05.2019 - 12.2020
- Provided exceptional customer service to visitors.
- Streamlined office procedures, improving overall efficiency.
- Maintained clean reception area to provide welcoming atmosphere for guests.
- Liaised with various departments, enhancing internal communication flow.
- Ordered necessary office supplies keeping inventory levels optimal at all times.
- Monitored visitor access, providing security to facility and personnel.
- Supported administrative staff with clerical tasks when needed.
- Represented company and promoted brand with exceptional service and presentation.
- Created agendas for meetings, prepared materials and took detailed notes.
- Handled office petty cash and maintained flawless records.
Carer assistant
Halal
Nairobi, Parklands
04.2017 - 11.2018
- Ensured patient comfort by providing personal care services.
- Promoted independence for disabled individuals through assistance with daily tasks.
- Enhanced patient morale with regular interaction and conversation.
- Maintained cleanliness of living areas, resulting in a safe environment.
- Assisted with personal hygiene to ensure health and wellbeing.
- Administered medication as prescribed, ensuring optimal health.
- Provided care for elderly patients, promoting their dignity and respect.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
- Demonstrated empathy towards patients; fostering trustful relationships.
- Managed dietary needs of patients, resulting in improved nutrition.
- Handled emergency situations calmly, ensuring safety of all involved.
- Offered emotional support to patients during difficult times.
Education
A-levels - General Studies, English, Mathematics
College/School Name
09.2004 - 05.2006
10 GCSEs - Maths, English
School Name
09.1998 - 05.2004
NVQ Level 3 - Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
UK Professional Development Academy(UKPDA)
London 01.2023
First Aid certificate - Health First Aid
Red cross
Nairobi06.2018
NVQ Level 1 - Health Care
Alison
Nairobi 02.2018
Certificate in Care - Healthcare
St Johns ambulance
Nairobi01.2017
A-Levels - Highschool
Bellhouse highschool
Nakuru12.2011
Skills
- Typing
- Microsoft Office
- Access
- Excel
- Word
- PowerPoint
- Communication Skills
- First Aid
Certification
-Diploma in Health and social care
-Infection prevention control test
-Move and Assist safely Test
-First Aid and Bls test
-Care Certificates
Timeline
Carer
Helping Hands
10.2022 - Current
Health care assistant
Halal Homecare Group
12.2021 - 10.2022
Reception assistant
Union Distributors
05.2019 - 12.2020
Carer assistant
Halal
04.2017 - 11.2018
A-levels - General Studies, English, Mathematics
College/School Name
09.2004 - 05.2006
10 GCSEs - Maths, English
School Name
09.1998 - 05.2004
NVQ Level 3 - Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
UK Professional Development Academy(UKPDA)
First Aid certificate - Health First Aid
Red cross
NVQ Level 1 - Health Care
Alison
Certificate in Care - Healthcare
St Johns ambulance
A-Levels - Highschool
Bellhouse highschool