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Don Zacharias

Hamilton,Hamilton

Summary

Dedicated Health Care Assistant with experience at Griffins Healthcare, excelling in patient care and wound management. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and medical documentation, I effectively communicate with patients, ensuring their emotional and physical needs are met. My adaptability and teamwork contribute to a supportive environment, enhancing overall patient well-being.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Health Care Assistant

Griffins Healthcare
Hamilton, Hamilton
11.2024 - Current
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Actively participated in team meetings discussing patient cases and best practices.
  • Helped feed residents who are unable to feed themselves due to disability or illness.
  • Checked vital signs regularly including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.

Caregiver

7Days Home Health Care
Kochi, Kochi
01.2019 - 02.2024
  • Engaged elderly clients through conversation and recreational activities to enhance companionship.
  • Ensured compliance with regulations governing home health care services.
  • Educated families on available local resources for home health care.
  • Prepared nutritious meals, conducted grocery shopping, and monitored food consumption.
  • Developed respite care plans based on family availability and caregiver support.
  • Provided emotional support to clients facing depression or anxiety due to health issues.
  • Coordinated transportation services for clients to attend social events.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks, including laundry and changing linens.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Wintec
Hamilton, NZ
05-2027

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Wound care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical documentation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Care coordination
  • Teamwork
  • Bed preparation
  • Meal preparation
  • First aid certification
  • Adaptability and flexibility

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Health Care Assistant

Griffins Healthcare
11.2024 - Current

Caregiver

7Days Home Health Care
01.2019 - 02.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Wintec

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