Lydia Chirwa
Lusaka
Summary
Devoted personal care professional skilled in fostering client health and convenience through assisting with daily activities and health needs. Driven to promote healthy habits to encourage client well-being by demonstrating healthy habits. Dedicated to applying emerging techniques to derive best possible outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2001
2001
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Elderly Caregiver Volunteer
Chelstone Zonal Clinic
Lusaka , Zambia
10.2023 - 10.2025
- Assisted elderly clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Provided companionship to elderly individuals, fostering social interaction and engagement.
- Administered prescribed medications to clients according to care plans.
Elderly Caregiver Volunteer
Chelstone Zonal Clinic
Lusaka , Zambia
10.2023 - 11.2024
- Assisted elderly clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Provided companionship to elderly individuals, fostering social interaction and engagement.
- Administered prescribed medications to clients according to care plans.
- Documented client health changes and reported them to supervisors promptly.
- Engaged clients in stimulating activities that promote mental well-being and enjoyment.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, as instructed by clinical staff.
- Organized recreational activities for elderly clients including reading, playing board games, and taking walks.
- Observed changes in health condition or behavior of elderly clients and reported any concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Assisted in administering medications as directed by a physician or nurse.
- Made beds, swept floors, and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
Education
Chakunkula Secondary School
Lusaka , Zambia Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Hygiene assistance
- Health documentation
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver Volunteer
Chelstone Zonal Clinic
10.2023 - 10.2025
Elderly Caregiver Volunteer
Chelstone Zonal Clinic
10.2023 - 11.2024
Chakunkula Secondary School