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DORCAS GIKONYO
CAREGIVER
Upper Gilgil, Nyandarua District,31
Summary
Healthcare professional and home companion with strong history of providing support to clients within business environments to deliver comprehensive administrative assistance. Providing knowledge of clerical tasks, project support, scheduling, time management, assignment prioritization and customer service. Quickly resolving issues, handling conflicting priorities, remaining flexible and striving to exceed organizational goals. Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness, and household activities.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Caregiver Attendant
Mathew
05.2023 - Current
- Supported patients in adhering to dietary requirements, preparing nutritious meals tailored to their specific needs.
- Promoted continuity of care by updating family members on changes in the patient''s condition or treatment plan.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted patients in managing chronic conditions, helping them develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced family satisfaction by maintaining open lines of communication and addressing concerns promptly.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient needs, adjusting care plans as necessary for improved quality of life.
- 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.
- Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
- Organized recreational activities for patients'' mental stimulation and social engagement, enhancing their quality of life.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Planned and implemented community outreach and events to provide health education about cancer, self-care and preventive breast examinations.
Nutrition Officer
Luke
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Boosted hospital performance metrics by streamlining the meal planning process for patients with dietary restrictions.
- Educated clients about long-term health benefits of balanced diets and exercise programs.
- Assessed clients' nutritional and health statuses to prescribe appropriate eating and exercise plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by offering individualized meal planning and dietary counseling services.
- Provided expert consultation to management teams for the development of new food service offerings that cater to specific dietary needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients with various health conditions.
- Spearheaded initiatives aimed at reducing childhood obesity rates within local schools through the implementation of targeted nutrition programs.
- Liaised with healthcare professionals in creating nutrition-related treatment plans.
- Facilitated group workshops focused on key topics such as weight management, mindful eating, and stress reduction techniques related to food intake behaviors.
- Counseled clients on nutrition issues such as obesity, eating disorders, tube feeding management, failure to thrive and feeding dysfunction.
- Documented clinical findings and entered pertinent health data for processing, recordkeeping, and use by other medical professionals.
- Served as a liaison between patients and food service teams, addressing concerns and providing guidance on menu selection.
Education
Associate of Science - Palliative Care Nursing
Rafa Medical School of Disability
Nakuru, Nakuru District, Kenya 04.2001 -
Associate of Applied Science - Human Nutrition
Thika School of Medical And Health Sciences
Kiambu, Kiambu District, Kenya 04.2001 -
Skills
Compassionate communication
Medication and Appointment Reminders
Clinical Quality Program Standards
Patient Management
Problem-Solving
Meal Preparation
Excellent Communication
Physical therapy support
Dietary Requirements and Nutrition
Wound Care
Client Confidentiality
Personal Care Aide
Elder Care
Strong Ethics
Task Prioritization
Medication Administration
Flexible schedule and availability
Care plan assessment
ADL Assistance
Schedule Management
Nutrition monitoring
Progress Documentation
Multitasking and Organization
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
Healthcare Education
Personal Care Aide (PCA)
Certification
Certificate in nutrition and dietetics
Interests
Reading
Vlogging
Timeline
Certificate in caregiving in disability and elderly
11-2023
Caregiver Attendant
Mathew
05.2023 - Current
Nutrition Officer
Luke
12.2022 - 03.2023
Certificate in nutrition and dietetics
11-2020
Associate of Science - Palliative Care Nursing
Rafa Medical School of Disability
04.2001 -
Associate of Applied Science - Human Nutrition
Thika School of Medical And Health Sciences
04.2001 -