Winfredah L. Tadzimirwa
Halifax,Nova Scotia
Summary
Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Providing emotional and physical support to clients and their families. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. I have gained so much experience working as a Caregiver and this gave me the urge to study the CCA course, get certification and learn more on how to provide care and making a difference in the lives of those in need. I am an enterprising, reliable, disciplined and hardworking individual ;very respectful to my co-workers and clients/residents.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult Caregiver/PSW
Grafton House Community Care Home
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Enhanced resident well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Provided mental and emotional support.
- Adapted care approaches based on individual resident preferences and cultural sensitivities, demonstrating respect for diversity within the caregiving setting.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors, resulting in a safer environment for all involved.
- Conducted regular safety checks on patient environments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Assisted residents with bathing ,grooming ,toileting and getting dressed.
- Contributed towards creating a clean and hygienic environment by performing light housekeeping duties like laundry, dishwashing, etc.
- Managed medication schedules for multiple patients, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to prescribed regimens.
- Prepared meals and ensured residents took their meals at the appropriate time.
- Maintained patient confidentiality while sharing relevant information with authorized parties as needed.
- Collaborated with other health care and social professionals to provide the best possible care to our residents.
Part-Time Housekeeper/Laundry Attendant
Rodd Royalty Hotel
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively before guest check-in time.
- Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
Elderly Caregiver Volunteer
Bayshore
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Established trusting relationships with elderly clients, ensuring their emotional needs were met alongside physical care.
- Contributed to increased overall happiness among elderly clients by fostering a positive atmosphere within the caregiving environment.
- Alleviated feelings of isolation among elderly clients by encouraging social interaction both within the facility and with outside community group events.
- Promoted physical wellness among residents by assisting in exercise programs specifically designed for older adults.
- Assisted seniors with mobility challenges by providing necessary support during transfers and ambulation.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, updating healthcare providers on changes in condition or needs as required.
- Organized suitable recreational activities for the clients.
- Provided mental stimulation for dementia patients through engaging activities designed to slow cognitive decline.
Education
No Degree - Continuing Care Assistant
Eastern College
Halifax, NS12.2024
Skills
- Care Plan Development
- Highly reliable and responsible individual
- Empathy and sensitivity
- Paying attention to detail and observations
- Ability to work individually under pressure
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate Care
- Progress Documentation
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Time Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- SafeCheck (Food Safety)
- WHMIS 2015
- CPR/First Aid
- Hand Hygiene
- Fire Safety
- Child Abuse Registry
Timeline
Part-Time Housekeeper/Laundry Attendant
Rodd Royalty Hotel
04.2023 - 09.2023
Adult Caregiver/PSW
Grafton House Community Care Home
10.2022 - 10.2023
Elderly Caregiver Volunteer
Bayshore
08.2022 - 11.2022
No Degree - Continuing Care Assistant
Eastern College
- SafeCheck (Food Safety)
- WHMIS 2015
- CPR/First Aid
- Hand Hygiene
- Fire Safety
- Child Abuse Registry
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