Hi, I’m
Harrison Kaitano
PUBLIC HEALTH SCIENTIST
Lusaka,Lusaka
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. In addition, am an accommodating candidate possessing patience, physical stamina and knowledge of patient care techniques and protocols. Confident and poised in interactions with individuals of all levels. Adaptive and calm individual supports physicians and nurses to facilitate quality patient care.
Overview
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Medland HospitalLusaka
Health Care Assistant
07.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- 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.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- 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.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Adhered to patient special diets and provided supplementary drinks under nursing staff supervision.
- Participated in cleaning and maintenance of medical equipment to assist in department function and regulation compliance.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Assisted with taking vital signs and documenting blood pressure and temperature for proper tracking.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs
- Supported needs of 8 residents under long-term care
Ministry Of HealthLusaka
Public Health Intern
06.2018 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Engaged members of public in available resources through friendly and knowledgeable support.
- Helped develop community awareness and outreach programs targeting specific demographics or health issues.
- Provided extensive clerical support to manage correspondence, files and communications.
- Gathered, organized and analyzed data on public health concerns.
- Created, faxed and filed healthcare records for office personnel.
- Supported clinical staff members by assisting with data entry, word processing, completing work orders and creating and maintaining files.
- Entered data and verified completeness and accuracy.
- Implemented health promotion campaigns to raise awareness of health-related issues at least three times weekly.
- Developed and implemented health education programs to help individuals and communities improve health and well-being.
- Taught 3 health education classes for community workers and members of public.
- Analyzed 100s of health data and created reports to present to community leaders and stakeholders
- Conducted health screenings and assessments to identify health needs and risk factors for individuals and communities
Education
University of LusakaLusaka, Zambia
Associate of Science from Public Health
01.2019
University Overview
- Member of Health Profession council of Zambia (HPCZ)
- Member of Public Health Association of Zambia (PHAZ)
Lead AcademyUnited Kingdom
Some College (No Degree) from Health And Social Care
ZIMPS CollegeZambia
Some College (No Degree) from Healthcare Assistant
Skills
- Observing responses
- Medical Records Management
- Chronic disease management
- Companionship and emotional support
- Feeding assistance expert
- Supporting personal needs
- Wound care
- Direct Patient Care
- Transporting patients
- Recording vital signs
- Patient Assessments
- Team player
Affiliations
- Health Professional council of Zambia
- Public Health Association of Zambia
- Voluntary ServicenOverseas alumni
References
Patience Chanda senior
(EHT) Kalingalinga Health Center
+260977242329
Mwaka Mulenga ICS
Program Manager Voluntary
Service Overseas (VSO-ICS)
+260977506512
Dr Joy Kamanga
Zambia institute for medical and psychological studies
+260973328913
Innocent Tembo
ACE Global auditor
0979176143
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Medland Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Public Health Intern
Ministry Of Health
06.2018 - 12.2018
University of Lusaka
Associate of Science from Public Health
Lead Academy
Some College (No Degree) from Health And Social Care
ZIMPS College
Some College (No Degree) from Healthcare Assistant
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