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Samuel Mkandawire

Birmingham,England

Summary

I am a very motivated person with multiple experience and skills.
I have previously worked as a bank supervisor for over 12 years managing my own work load, I'm a very committed person and having developed several skills in my previous and current role, I believe I would be very beneficial to your team if you hire me for this position

currently I'm working as a heath care assistant in a supported live in , I have also previously worked in mental hospitals , Piccu, Acute Calms ,and forensic wards, working with service users suffering from different mental health issues, Anxiety, depression, drug and alcohol dependant. I have cared for children, adults living with mental illnesses and learning difficulties
I enjoy my job, I love giving care and support to others and giving them they independence back and encourage them to gaining their confidence so that they can enjoy the normal life

I'm a very caring and friendly person, family orientated.
on my free time I like watching Football, interacting with friends and family, taking my kids to the park and play areas, visiting new places, going on holidays

I am a very quick leaner and able to work under minimal supervision ability to solve problems, able to adapt well to new situation

I have a very good team spirit, positive attitude and hard worker, I always go extra mile to help others when struggling with their work load I will add value to both, your team and service users

I am very good at time keeping and reliable, I have excellent communication skills, I am a good listener

I have more than 1 year experience in care,
I have worked in ward hospitals, supported live in, care homes,

Willing to learn ,open minded I believe in changing and making differences in people's lives Compassionate individual with strong communication and teamwork abilities suited for Health Care Assistant role. Proficient in delivering patient care and maintaining medical records, ensuring supportive and organised environment. Committed to enhancing patient well-being and contributing positively to healthcare outcomes.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work history

Health care assistant

Totally Care Ltd
Birmingham, West Midlands
06.2024 - Current
  • Provided high-quality person-centred support and received consistently positive patient feedback.
  • Providing personal care
  • Monitored patients' conditions closely and escalated concerns to senior staff.
  • Safely and securely transported patients using hoists and wheelchairs.
  • Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
  • Observed patient condition and behaviour closely, reporting changes or concerns promptly.
  • Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
  • Kept patient environments clean and neat following optimum hygiene standards.
  • Prioritised patient welfare, providing comfort, reassurance and support to reduce anxiety and distress.
  • Improved patients' quality of living, engaging in fulfilling and meaningful activities to encourage community access.

Health care assistant

Blescah Care Services Ltd
Birmingham, West Midlands
10.2023 - 02.2024
  • Assisted in physical therapy sessions with patients to promote mobility improvement.
  • Providing personal care.
  • Collaborated with nurses to provide comprehensive patient care, ensuring a smooth recovery path.
  • Worked closely with nurses to maintain high levels of communication.
  • Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
  • Kept patient environments clean and neat following optimum hygiene standards.
  • Delivered personal care focused on individual needs, preserving patient dignity and self-esteem.
  • Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
  • Completed documentation of care, hospital actions and patient activities for up-to-date client records.

Education

Advanced Degree in Accounting & Finance - Accounting

Staff Development Institute
Lilongwe, Malawi
01.2006 - 12.2008

Bachelor in Accounting & Finance - Accounting

Unicaf University
Online
02.2022 -

Care Trainings - Care

Totally Care LTD
Westmidlands
05.2024 - 06.2024

Skills

  • Personal care
  • Mobility assistance
  • Person-Centred Approach
  • Decision making
  • Patient observation
  • Infection prevention
  • Critical-thinking
  • Social care
  • Personal hygiene maintenance assistance
  • Exercise and activity planning
  • Empathy and compassion
  • Calm under pressure
  • Communicating with dementia patients
  • End-Of-Life care sensitivity
  • Personal care tasks
  • Food Hygiene
  • Care plan management
  • Elderly companionship
  • Clinical waste disposal
  • Excellent bedside manner
  • Safeguarding knowledge
  • Personal care assistance
  • Handling distressed patients

Languages

English
Fluent

Affiliations

  • Watching Soccer
  • Yoga
  • Cooking
  • Walking in the park

References

Totally Care Ltd
4 Compton Road
WV3 9PH
Cell: 01902973222
Email: admin@totallycare.uk

Judith Zulu
Blescah Care Services
94 bowesfield lane
Stockton on tees
TS18 3EU
Cell: 07474818953
Email: blescahcareservices@gmail.com

Olivia Kanyinda
Birmingham & Solihull Mental Health Trust, Ashcroft
Lodge Road
Hockley
Birmingham
B18 5SD
Cell: 07727217802
Email: olivia.kanyinda@nhs.net

Timeline

Health care assistant

Totally Care Ltd
06.2024 - Current

Care Trainings - Care

Totally Care LTD
05.2024 - 06.2024

Health care assistant

Blescah Care Services Ltd
10.2023 - 02.2024

Bachelor in Accounting & Finance - Accounting

Unicaf University
02.2022 -

Advanced Degree in Accounting & Finance - Accounting

Staff Development Institute
01.2006 - 12.2008

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