GRACE CHIDZIWA

54 Forel Street , Bonearo Park, South Africa , Cell number: +27793609538 .Email: gracechidziwa@gmail.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
I am dedicated and committed Care worker who takes pride in supporting patients with their individual care needs
while adhering to the organizational policies and procedures. Knowledge of the principles of discipline,
accountability and mutual respect, qualities exhibited in both my personal and professional life. Through my
experience as a Care Assistant within palliative care setting , special needs and elderly care, I have mastered the
concepts of effective medication administration, reading patient vital signs as well as personal care provision. I take
pride in handling patients with the utmost dignity, confidentiality and care , a manner well substantiated by my
empathetic and vibrant character.Additionally, I maintain a strong adherence to the health rules and regulations and
possess a clean police record. I have up to date knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and risk management.

SKILLS

> Safeguarding children and Adults > Dedication and understanding the elderly needs

> Compassion &empathy > Catheter care and maintenance

> Person Centred Care &care plan > Strong interpersonal &communication

> Risk management & manual handling > Problem solving

> Patience& love > Medication monitoring

> Data confidentiality > End of life care

> Ability to provide physical &emotional support

WORK EXPERIENCE

BLESSING INDEPENDENT HOME NURSING & HEALTH CARE

01/01/2020 TO CURRENT
POSITION : HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT
> Assist with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing and grooming

> Bed bath,frail care patient and prepare delicious food.

> Create a warm & welcoming atmosphere within the care home

> Keep an eye out for a change in the client’s physical, emotional and mental condition.

> Palliative care with catheter care Patient–focused , assist with mobility & daily activities

> Administer medication daily to client and record keeping

TUMELO HOME OF THE DISABLED & HANDICAPPED

04/09/2023 TO 23/09/2023
POSITION : CAREGIVER
> Managing and maintaining personal hygiene, providing companionship

> Performing cognitive behavioral-management tactics

> Administer medication daily to client and record keeping

> Assisting service users with bathing, dressing, and dental hygiene.

> Cleaning rooms and preparing service user’s beds

> Preparing nutritious and delicious meals daily

> Offering one on one counselling to the depressed service user

> Maintain a clean and healthy environment in compliance with universal precaution guidelines and standards.

OTHER WORKING EXPERIENCE

2000-2012 ACCOUNTS CLERK :TM SUPERMAKETS
2016-2019 BOOKKEEPER : G & C ENCORE INVESTMENTS

EDUCATION
EPWORTH HIGH SCHOOL- O level (1999)

CERTIFICATION

CHILTON CARE INTERNATIONAL - Elderly care assistant, First aid and CPR, Special needs course (2023)

FLORENCE ACADEMY UNITED KINGDOM ONLINE TRAINING - End of life Care, Well-being, Safeguarding
Adults L1&2, The 6c’S Of Care, Dementia level 1

Adult social Care, Personal Care, Communication, Continence

INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED BOOKKEEPERS AND ACCOUNTANTS (ICBA)- National diploma in bookkeeping

(2013-2015)

HOBBIES
> Hiking ,Swimming, Reading, Cooking

ACCOMPLISHMENT
> Accurately completed assignment and general duties, increasing overall efficiency by 100%

> Interacted with individuals and improved 80% by successfully handling patients' needs and complaints .

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

> Valid Passport > Valid Driver’s Licence, Valid Police clearance

> IELTS UKVI Certificate > Fully Vaccinated ,Valid TB Test

REFERENCE
Blessing: info@blessinghealth.co.za or blessingindependent0@gmail.com
Tumelo Home : admin@tumelohome.co.za