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Alice Lashem Onyango

Alice Lashem Onyango

Caregiver
Nairobi

Summary

Dedicated Community Health Assistant with a proven track record at Katani Dispensary, enhancing patient care through effective health education and compassionate support. Skilled in medication administration and crisis intervention, I successfully increased community vaccination rates and improved access to prenatal care, fostering resilience and well-being among vulnerable populations.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Community Health Assistant

Katani Dispensary
01.2025 - Current
  • Educated patients on proper medication usage and essential health practices to promote wellness and recovery.
  • Supported patients with mobility and personal hygiene tasks, fostering independence and dignity during care
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients, actively listening to concerns and providing emotional support during treatments.
  • Supported end-of-life care, providing compassionate assistance to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Increased vaccination rates within the community by organizing immunization clinics and promoting their benefits through outreach programs.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans for patients requiring ongoing support and intervention.
  • Improved community health awareness by conducting informative workshops and presentations on various health topics.
  • Streamlined referral processes for social service agencies, improving access to essential resources for vulnerable populations within the community.
  • Assisted pregnant women in accessing quality prenatal care services, resulting in better birth outcomes and reduced infant mortality rates.
  • Fostered a supportive environment for at-risk individuals through case management services, connecting them with appropriate resources for assistance.
  • Supported mental health initiatives within the community by offering crisis intervention services when needed, contributing to overall well-being improvement among residents.
  • Enhanced patient care quality by providing timely and accurate documentation of patient encounters, assessments, and interventions.

Education

Certificate in Caregiving

Carelife Training Organisation
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya
04-2024

Skills

  • Patient interaction

  • Medication administration

  • Emotional support

  • Health education

  • Compassionate care

  • Mobility assistance

  • Personal hygiene support

  • Home assessment

  • Client relationship management

  • Care plan development

  • Time management

  • Crisis intervention

  • Team collaboration

  • Assisting with personal hygiene

  • Empathetic support

  • Patient record keeping

  • Clear communication

  • Blood pressure monitoring

  • Resilience under stress

  • Non-Judgmental approach

Timeline

Community Health Assistant

Katani Dispensary
01.2025 - Current

Certificate in Caregiving

Carelife Training Organisation
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