Rufaro Nyasha Gutsire
care support worker
Joondalup,WA
Summary
Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Care Support Worker
New Dawn Healthcare
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene, resulting in improved health and wellbeing.
- Administered medication as prescribed by healthcare providers, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized care and support tailored to individual needs.
- Promoted independence among patients by assisting with daily living tasks such as dressing, grooming, and mobility.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients'' medical appointments or other essential outings.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to detect any potential health issues early on, allowing for timely intervention when needed.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by healthcare professionals, leading to improved patient functioning.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Ensured a safe environment for both clients and staff by adhering to facility policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Facilitated social activities for clients, encouraging engagement within the community and enhancing overall quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of care support work.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science : Nursing
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA06.2025
Diploma of Health Science -
Edith Cowan College
Perth, WA12.2022
Skills
- Community Integration
- Housekeeping tasks
- Patient Care
- Physical Strength
- Meal Preparation
- Activity Planning
- Assistive Technology
- Elderly Care
- Patient Companionship
- Client documentation
- Medication Administration
Certification
- PCW - Personal Care Worker
- Diploma in Health Science
hobbies: basketball, swimming
basketball, swimming
Timeline
Care Support Worker
New Dawn Healthcare
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science : Nursing
Edith Cowan University
Diploma of Health Science -
Edith Cowan College
- PCW - Personal Care Worker
- Diploma in Health Science
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