Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Additional Information
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Dambudzo Chikarango

Summary

Dutiful Healthcare Assistant works under guidance of healthcare professionals in hospitals and community settings to aid with clinical duties, observe and monitor patients and promote physical and nutritional health and well-being. Compassionate team player recognized for positive, upbeat attitude and proactive demeanor in solving problems. Flexible learner adapts easily to new challenges.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health Care Assistant

Good Hope Center
01.2022 - Current
  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
  • Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
  • Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
  • Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
  • Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
  • Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.


Caregiver

Golden Home Care
01.2018 - 08.2021
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Housemaid

South Africa
01.2011 - 12.2017
  • Clean houses with a variety of chemicals,disinfectants and machines.
  • Vacuum hardwood floors and carpet.
  • Sweep up debris.
  • Wash soiled clothes and linens.
  • Place fresh linens on bed.
  • Wash,fold and stock towel

Till Operator

Pick And Pay Africa
06.2003 - 12.2010
  • Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.

Education

Ordinary Level

Matoranhembe High School
Zvimba,Zimbabwe
01.2002

Skills

  • Patient Education
  • Team Work
  • Infection Control
  • Personal Grooming Care
  • Record Preparation
  • Chart Management
  • Flexibility
  • Patience

Accomplishments

  • Assists Clients through assessment and provide relevant education which increase positive self esteem and relative feedback by 65%.
  • Liaised with medical support structure to ascertain resident's care.
  • Related requirements improved social integration by 70%.
  • Facilitated unwavering appropriate emotional support and residents,gained confidence by 80%.

Certification

  • Caredemy-2023
  • Mental Health Awareness-2023
  • Understanding Learning disabilities and Autistic Spectrum Disorder-2003

Additional Information

  • Valid Passport
  • IELTS Overall Band 5.5
  • No Criminal Record
  • Negative TB test
  • Clean Driver's license
  • Fully Vaccinated
  • Available to start immediately.

LANGUAGES

Shona
Native language
English
Advanced
C1

REFERENCES

  • Available Upon Request

Timeline

Health Care Assistant

Good Hope Center
01.2022 - Current

Caregiver

Golden Home Care
01.2018 - 08.2021

Housemaid

South Africa
01.2011 - 12.2017

Till Operator

Pick And Pay Africa
06.2003 - 12.2010

Ordinary Level

Matoranhembe High School

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