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Tafadzwa Agnes Chirara

Tafadzwa Agnes Chirara

Wellingborough,Northamptonsh

Summary

I am a dedicated and compassionate professional with strong communication skills, committed to providing high-quality support within residential care settings. I liaise effectively with residents, their representatives, and a range of internal and external professionals and contractors to ensure a cohesive approach to care. I am experienced in accurately reporting and recording essential information relating to residents, staff, and home operations, maintaining meticulous attention to detail. Additionally, I am fully trained in medication administration, ensuring that residents' care needs are continually assessed, supported by up-to-date personal care plans and robust risk management assessments, with timely reviews to reflect any changes. I am passionate about promoting the wellbeing and dignity of every individual under my care.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work history

Care worker

Mayfair Homecare
Bedford, Milton Keynes
10.2024 - Current
  • Encouraged physical activity amongst sedentary patients; contributed to better overall health condition over time.
  • Facilitated social activities for the elderly, reducing feelings of isolation and loneliness among them.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for increased independence.
  • Established strong rapport with patients through effective communication skills resulting in an atmosphere of trust and respect.
  • Administered prescribed medication on schedule; optimised treatment effectiveness without any missed doses or overdose incidents occurring under my watchful eye and careful handling methods adopted throughout tenure at previous facility roles held within this sector before transitioning into current position as Care Worker today
  • Provided emotional support to patients, improved mental well-being.
  • Assisted in meal preparation to ensure proper nutrition.
  • Provided personal hygiene assistance, consistently promoting comfort, dignity and respect.
  • Maintained accurate records to effectively measure client development against care plan objectives.

Care worker

Peartree lifecare
Northampton, Northamptonshire
08.2023 - 09.2024
  • Supported patients with mobility issues, promoted independence.
  • Established strong rapport with patients through effective communication skills resulting in an atmosphere of trust and respect.
  • Provided emotional support to patients, improved mental well-being.
  • Collaborated closely with families to understand the specific needs and preferences of each individual resident or service user; enhanced quality of care delivered as a result.
  • Ensured medication administration for optimal health outcome.
  • Assisted in meal preparation to ensure proper nutrition.
  • Assisted with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing and toileting-maintained dignity and respect at all times.
  • Assisted individuals with daily activities to facilitate independent living.

Nursing assistant

Neighbourhood Clinic for Elderly
Harare, Zimbabwe
01.2021 - 07.2023
  • Maintained clean and safe environment by following hygiene standards and protocols.
  • Enhanced patient recovery process by assisting with physiotherapy sessions.
  • Conducted regular checks on medical supplies inventory for timely replenishment.
  • Utilised basic nursing equipment proficiently whilst providing routine care to bedridden patients.
  • Provided high-quality patient care, resulting in increased comfort and satisfaction.
  • Administered medication to patients for improved health outcomes.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening and empathy, encouraging open communication.
  • Facilitated meal preparation and feeding for malnourished patients, improving their overall health condition.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Nursing

learndirect
Northampton, Northamptonshire
01.2025 -

NVQ Level 2 - Care

St John Ambulances
Zimbabwe
01.2022 -

Skills

  • Disability understanding
  • Flexible working hours
  • Dignity respect
  • Direct work with patients
  • Elderly care
  • Personal care assistance
  • Nutrition management
  • Safeguarding knowledge
  • Dementia care
  • Care management
  • Medication Administration
  • Meal preparation
  • Medicine administration
  • Social care
  • Hygiene maintenance
  • Disability Care

Timeline

Diploma of Higher Education - Nursing

learndirect
01.2025 -

Care worker

Mayfair Homecare
10.2024 - Current

Care worker

Peartree lifecare
08.2023 - 09.2024

NVQ Level 2 - Care

St John Ambulances
01.2022 -

Nursing assistant

Neighbourhood Clinic for Elderly
01.2021 - 07.2023
Tafadzwa Agnes Chirara