Douglas Wainaina
CAREGIVER/DRIVER
Nairobi,Nairobi
Summary
Focused Driver 20 years of superior performance in transport operations. Accustomed to meticulously verifying safety of vehicles and equipment. Keen to contribute value to the company team through integrity and dedication to quality transport service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bus Driver
Mowasalat
Doha
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Transporting FIFA WORLD CUP passengers to various routes according to daily schedule of 2 to 4 football matches daily.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
- Followed established routes with aid from maps and GPS-equipped devices to safely navigate high-traffic areas and adhere to preset schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Obeyed federal, Qatar and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Helped elderly passengers or those with limited mobility enter and exit bus.
- Protected passengers from harm and bus from excess damage by complying with traffic regulations.
- Assisted passengers with moving and securing baggage.
- Completed daily reports covering trip details, vehicle maintenance actions and reportable incidents.
- Checked vehicle daily for maintenance needs, personally handled common upkeep and reported serious concerns to supervisor.
- Maintained frequent contact with dispatch to receive instructions and report on delays or incidents.
- Followed schedules precisely to completely daily routes.
- Maintained positive passenger relations with orderly bus environments and clear announcements for each stop.
Elderly Caregiver
Kasarani Home for the Elderly
Nairobi, Kenya
10.2019 - 01.2022
- Taking care of the Elderly by Bathing, Dressing, Feeding, Cooking, Cleaning there rooms and also making sure they take their Medication.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information
Executive Driver
Swanscot Group
Nairobi, Kenya
02.2017 - 08.2019
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Drove my boss to various places.
- Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Informed management of daily activities by updating logs with mileage and delivery information.
- Delivered employees and materials to job sites daily.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Checked condition of vehicle's tires, brakes and safety equipment to maintain systems in working order.
- Inspected vehicle regularly to identify and handle upkeep needs and maintain professional appearance for customers
- Maintained excellent condition of vehicles through re-fueling, cleaning and repairing
- Adhered to tight schedule and met departure and arrival deadlines
- Collaborated with dispatchers to stay on top of pickups and dropoffs and adapted quickly to changing assignments
Child Caregiver
Nyumba ya Wazee
Nairobi, Kenya
03.2014 - 12.2016
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
- Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
- Distributed food, napkins and beverages in preparation for snack time.
- Assisted children with putting on coats and cold-weather gear before going outside.
- Cared for children ages 3 to 8 in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
Education
Certificate - Caregiving
Alison Online Learning
Gateway 10.2022 - 12.2022
Diploma - Electronics Engineer
Technical Institute
Nairobi, Kenya 01.2002 - 05.2003
Certificate - Save a Life - CPR,AED and First Aid
National Health Care Provider Solution
Las Vegas, NV 89104 01.2023 - 01.2023
Certificate - CPR, AED and First Aid Certificate
Alison
Gateway Ireland 01.2003 - 01.2003
Diploma - Caregiving
Alison
Gateway Ireland 12.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate - Introduction to Caregiving
Alison
Gateway Ireland 12.2022 - 12.2022
Diploma - Electronics Engineering
Technical Institute
Nairobi Kenya 02.2002 - 12.2003
Certificate - Heavy and Light Vehicle License
Heltz Driving School
Nairobi Kenya 11.2001 - 11.2001
High School Certificate - High School Education
St Philips High School
Embu, Kenya 02.1995 - 12.1999
Skills
Good Communication Skill
Timeline
Certificate - Save a Life - CPR,AED and First Aid
National Health Care Provider Solution
01.2023 - 01.2023
Diploma - Caregiving
Alison
12.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate - Introduction to Caregiving
Alison
12.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate - Caregiving
Alison Online Learning
10.2022 - 12.2022
Bus Driver
Mowasalat
04.2022 - 12.2022
Elderly Caregiver
Kasarani Home for the Elderly
10.2019 - 01.2022
Executive Driver
Swanscot Group
02.2017 - 08.2019
Child Caregiver
Nyumba ya Wazee
03.2014 - 12.2016
Certificate - CPR, AED and First Aid Certificate
Alison
01.2003 - 01.2003
Diploma - Electronics Engineering
Technical Institute
02.2002 - 12.2003
Diploma - Electronics Engineer
Technical Institute
01.2002 - 05.2003
Certificate - Heavy and Light Vehicle License
Heltz Driving School
11.2001 - 11.2001
High School Certificate - High School Education
St Philips High School
02.1995 - 12.1999
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