Nokuthula Sibanda
Cornwall
Summary
Dutiful Healthcare Assistant works under guidance of healthcare professionals in hospitals and community settings to aid with clinical duties, observe and monitor patients and promote physical and nutritional health and well-being.
Compassionate team player recognized for positive, upbeat attitude and proactive demeanor in solving problems.
Flexible learner adapts easily to new challenges.
Supportive health care assistant with extensive experience working in healthcare services.
Takes patient vitals, documents needs and maintains cleanliness of examination rooms.
Known for treating all patients with dignity, respect and discretion while maintaining utmost confidentiality. Accommodating candidate possessing patience, physical stamina and knowledge of patient care techniques and protocols. Confident and poised in interactions with individuals of all levels. Adaptive and calm individual supports physicians and nurses to facilitate quality patient care.
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination.
Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Patient-focused suppoer worker with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care.
Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities.
Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.
Fantastic attention to detail and multitasking abilities.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level support worker position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Healthcare Assistant
NHS
11.2017 - Current
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Supervised patients on commodes, in toilets, and bathrooms and assisted patients with hygiene needs.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families to provide information about care and treatment.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Assisted with taking vital signs and documenting blood pressure and temperature for proper tracking.
- Aided patients with walking and limb exercises to improve strength and balance.
- Supported healthcare teams with basic physical assessments and diagnostic procedures.
- Collected biological samples for testing and lab work, in alignment with health and safety protocols.
- Participated in cleaning and maintenance of medical equipment to assist in department function and regulation compliance.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Support Worker
Nolex Care
06.2013 - 10.2017
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Assist clients with meal preparation and administration of medicine.
- Promote independence and self esteem.
- Assist with feeding and personal care.
- Maintain privacy, respect, dignity and individuality.
Support Worker
Voyage Care
03.2015 - 09.2016
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Assist with cleaning, laundry and cooking.
- Maintaining the out keep of the house.
- Taking the client out for shopping, walks, and social meetings like parties.
- Administering medication.
- Companionship
Support Worker
Huntercombe Group
07.2013 - 03.2015
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Treating clients as individuals.
- Always available to listen to clients and giving relevant advise.
- Being alert and able to resolve situations before they escalate.
- Passing important information to other staff members or relevant professionals in regard to clients.
- Assisting with job applications and booking appointments.
Education
None - Not Applicable
Bulawayo Adventist High School
Bulawayo Skills
- Unit Supply Maintenance
- Health Histories
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Phlebotomy Training
- Strength Improvements
- Active Listening
- Healthcare Regulations
- Patient Condition Observation
- Records Preparation
- Consistent Follow Through
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Patient Companionship
- Emotional Intelligence
- Symptom Documentation
- Hoisting Equipment
- Supportive Personal Care
- Finger Pricks
- Observing Responses
- Restock Shelves
- Monitor Vitals
- Oral Hygiene
- Intercultural Competence
- Monitoring Fluids
- Company Guidelines
- Patient Safety Management
- Calm Under Stress
- Nutrition and Diet
- Skin Condition Diagnosis and Treatment
- Feeding Assistance
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Mobility Support
- Documenting Behaviors
- Household Tasks
- Proper Staffing
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Observation Documentation
- Patient Call Light Response
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Quality Patient Care
- Personal Grooming Care
- Dietary Needs
- Medical Record Updating
- Emotional and Social Support
Certification
- NVQ 2
- Level 2 Maths and English
- Safeguarding Children Level 2
- Record Keeping
- Care Planning
- Medical Gases Theory
- MAV Personal Safety Awareness
- Data Security Awareness
- Venepuncture
- Preventing Radicalisation - Basic Prevent Awareness
- Infection Prevention and Control Level 2
- Clinical Observations
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Adult Basic Life Support – (High Risk Areas)
- Health & Safety
- Moving & Handling Practical
- Equality, Diversity & Human Rights
- Hand Hygiene
- Understanding Dementia
- Sepsis Awareness
- Blood Transfusion
- Mental Capacity Act - Level 1 (inc DOLS Awareness)
- RiO
- Safeguarding Domestic Abuse Awareness
- Freedom To Speak Up- Part 1
Timeline
Healthcare Assistant
NHS
11.2017 - Current
Support Worker
Voyage Care
03.2015 - 09.2016
Support Worker
Huntercombe Group
07.2013 - 03.2015
Support Worker
Nolex Care
06.2013 - 10.2017
None - Not Applicable
Bulawayo Adventist High School
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