Nyasha Nyawaranda
Napier City,HKB
Summary
Dedicated Nurse Aide/Multi-Skilled Carer from MAKURIRA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, adept in providing compassionate care and companionship, excels in vital signs monitoring and patient-focused care. Proven track record in enhancing patient wellness and safety, leveraging strong interpersonal skills and healthcare knowledge. Demonstrates adaptability and commitment to excellence in all patient interactions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Aide/Multi-Skilled Carer
MAKURIRA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Masvingo, ZIMBABWE
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted patients with mobility issues in areas such as beds, wheelchair usage, and automobile travel.
- Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Scheduled and accompanied client to medical appointments.
- Collaborated with peers and attended meetings to brainstorm new activities for patients and discuss ways to resolve issues.
- 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.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- 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.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Cashier/Receptionist
Bubble Dry Cleaner
Harare-Zimbabwe
04.2018 - 12.2019
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Answered questions and addressed, resolved, or escalated issues to management personnel to satisfy customers.
Education
No Degree - Basic Home Based Care, First Aid Level 1
ST JOHN
Bloemfontein11.2022
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Companionship and emotional support
- Patient-focused care
- Mobility support
- Valid overseas driver's license
- Vital signs monitoring
- Feeding Assistance
- Adaptable
- Oral Hygiene
- Mental Health Support
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Patient Care
- Reliable transportation
- Basic Housekeeping
- Reliable team player
Timeline
Nurse Aide/Multi-Skilled Carer
MAKURIRA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
01.2023 - 11.2023
Cashier/Receptionist
Bubble Dry Cleaner
04.2018 - 12.2019
No Degree - Basic Home Based Care, First Aid Level 1
ST JOHN