Charity Isiteketo
Lusaka,Zambia
Summary
Dedicated Health Care Assistant with proven expertise in patient-focused care and healthcare support techniques at Kalingalinga Hospice. Excelled in reducing infection risks and enhancing patient recovery through effective communication and timely intervention. Skilled in time management and emergency response, significantly improving patient safety and satisfaction.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Kalingalinga Hospice
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Administered basic health procedures, including CPR and first aid.
Health Care Assistant
Chelstone Hospital
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
- Increased patient safety by promptly addressing concerns and reporting incidents or potential hazards to supervisory staff.
- Assisted nursing staff in maintaining a clean and safe environment for optimal patient recovery.
- Performed vital signs monitoring, ensuring timely reporting of any abnormalities to the medical team.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, providing prompt assistance while following established protocols until professional help arrived onsite.
- Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans and contributing to patient recovery.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
Education
Healthcare Support And Life Saving Techniques - Health Care Assistant And CPR
Loving Touch Home Health Care
Lusaka, Zambia01.2023
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Patient-focused care
- Supporting personal needs
- Healthcare support and life saving techniques
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Kalingalinga Hospice
12.2023 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Chelstone Hospital
09.2023 - 11.2023
Healthcare Support And Life Saving Techniques - Health Care Assistant And CPR
Loving Touch Home Health Care
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