Sarudzai Makaza

Assessment and Planning: Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand the needs of individuals with learning disabilities, including physical health, mental health, and social needs. Develop personalised care plans in collaboration with the individual, their families, and other professionals.
Support and Advocacy: Advocate for the rights and needs of individuals, helping them access necessary services and resources. Provide support to families, offering guidance and education about learning disabilities.
Health Promotion: Promote healthy lifestyles by educating individuals and families about nutrition, exercise, mental well-being, and self-care. Facilitate workshops or group sessions as needed.
Medication Management: Monitor and administer medications as prescribed (depot), ensuring individuals understand their treatment and any side effects. Work closely with other healthcare providers for holistic care.
Collaboration: Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, coordinating with social workers, psychologists, occupational therapists, and other professionals to provide comprehensive care.
Training and Education: Train other healthcare providers, caregivers, and community members on understanding learning disabilities and effective support strategies.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly review and evaluate care plans to ensure they are meeting the needs of individuals and adjust them as necessary.

Community Learning Disability Nurses play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals with learning disabilities, promoting their independence and integration into society. Their work helps to reduce stigma and improve community awareness and understanding of learning disabilities.

Meeting the personal care needs of the service user in a way that respects their dignity;
Assisting with activities of daily living and domestic duties;
Support, empower and promote the rights of all service users;
To be actively involved with the day to day routine in individual and group activities; To practice within a legal framework encompassing statutory, organisational policy and guidelines;
Consistently apply non-aversive strategies developed in response to challenging behaviours and contribute to client reviews and care plans;
Encourage and enable individuals to maintain acceptable levels of personal hygiene;
To demonstrate good understanding and commitment to the rights of people with learning disabilities; Ensure the needs of the individual are met through effective person-centered care planning and review;
Maintaining and developing a high standard of care for our patients/residents by being aware of their individual needs and care programmes;
Maintain confidentiality at all times;
Interact and participate with individuals in the development of self-help skills, supporting individuals to reach their potential for independence.

• Attended mandatory training courses on regular basis to keep skills updated.
• Monitored vital signs of patients ensuring well-being.
• Provided emotional support for patients and their families during difficult times.
• Assisted in administering medication as per instructions from qualified professionals, ensuring correct dosage and timing are followed.
• Ensured timely delivery of meals and refreshments, maintaining hydration levels of patients.
• Practised infection control standards to maintain patient health and safety.
• Improved patient comfort by assisting with daily personal hygiene tasks.
• Maintained a clean, safe environment for all patients.
• Documented patient observations accurately for healthcare team's reference.