Paidamoyo Chisayira
Summary
Dedicated Personal Support Worker with a proven track record at Glorylilly Care Ltd, specializing in dementia care and emotional support. Excelled in developing trust-based relationships and enhancing patient independence through innovative care techniques. Achieved a 40% improvement in patient mobility and wellbeing. Committed to compassionate care and maintaining privacy, reflecting key skills sought by employers.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Glorylilly Care Ltd
02.2023 - Current
- Educated patients and families on proper care techniques and health practices.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Helped patients with mobility exercises, enhancing physical abilities.
- Supported patients with meal preparation to meet daily dietary needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
Care Support Worker
Mashambanzou Care Trust
04.2015 - 10.2023
- Documented patient care activities in digital systems to ensure comprehensive and accessible records.
- Supported mobility by aiding in transfers and ambulation to enhance patient independence.
- Monitored patient medication schedules utilizing specialized healthcare management tools to maintain adherence.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to create individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Maintained strict adherence to patient confidentiality guidelines, ensuring the protection of sensitive personal information.
- Promoted independence among patients by assisting with daily living tasks such as dressing, grooming, and mobility.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of care support work.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Education
High School Diploma -
Murehwa High School
Murehwa Zimbabwe11-2010
Skills
- Mobility assistance
- Dementia care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Emotional support
- Patient care
- Social support
- Palliative care
- Housekeeping tasks
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Compassionate care
- Cultural sensitivity
- Meal planning
- Meal preparation
- Toileting assistance
- Client dressing
- Healthcare documentation
Certification
Palliative Care Certification – Dynamo training UK.
- Home Health Aide Certification (HHA) - Red cross Zimbabwe
- Dementia Care Certification - Alzheimer's Association.
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Glorylilly Care Ltd
02.2023 - Current
Care Support Worker
Mashambanzou Care Trust
04.2015 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
Murehwa High School
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