Volunteering
MARY MWANGI
Care Health Assistance
Nairobi
Summary
Mary is a 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.
i am an 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.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Carer position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Care Health Assistance
MATHARI NATIONAL TEACHING & REFERRAL HOSPITAL
Nairobi
05.2022 - Current
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Monitored vital signs and documented details for informational and treatment purposes.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Upheld correct protocols for infection prevention and control
- Assisted with patient with limited mobility by offering exercises, advice and assistive devices.
- Planned, prepared and conducted regular home visits with participants and families engaged in healthy start programs.
- Analyzed trends and data to inform decision-making and program development.
- Educated patients on preventive healthcare strategies and at-home care.
- Scheduled tests and procedures for patients needing additional or specialized care..
- Maintained detailed records of patient health information in facility
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Maintained safe and sterile environment for optimum patient treatment.
- Assessed patient history to identify concerning symptoms, diagnose concerns and develop tailored treatment plans.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
Clinical Nutritionist/Trainee Dietician
Kenyatta National Hospital
Nairobi
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Documented clinical findings and entered pertinent health data for processing, recordkeeping, and use by other medical professionals.
- Educated clients about long-term health benefits of balanced diets and exercise programs.
- Calculated, revised and verified proper enteral and parenteral feedings to meet nutritional needs.
- Counseled clients on nutrition issues such as obesity, eating disorders, tube feeding management, failure to thrive and feeding dysfunction.
- Monitored calorie count for individual patients in accordance with specific nutritional needs as specified by physicians.
- Planned, directed, and monitored clinical functions of dietetic staff.
- Provided in-depth information on nutritional care to maximize health.
- Assessed clients' nutritional and health statuses to prescribe appropriate eating and exercise plans.
- Monitored quality control procedures to guarantee preparation and delivery of healthy menu choices.
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Monitored patient progress and documented nutritional information in patient charts and records.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
- Liaised with healthcare professionals in creating nutrition-related treatment plans.
- Planned nutritious meal options for individuals with various health needs and conditions.
- Developed nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates to meet nutritional objectives.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
Community Outreach Officer
Jeddiah Organics
Nakuru
06.2016 - 07.2019
- Developed network relationships with industry professionals to enhance community awareness and promote services.
- Increased education and awareness of malnutrition through health programs and delivering evidenced-informed strategies.
- Pursued quarterly growth targets through strong leadership, analysis, problem-solving, team building and coaching.
- Scheduled regular outreach exhibitions and educated employees on presentations.
- Provided support to social service clients in navigating available resources.
- Facilitated outreach activities to build community awareness.
- Developed and maintained accurate records of programs and services.
- Monitored progress towards service plan goals.
- Assisted in developing grant proposals to support social service initiatives.
- Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
- Facilitated communication between clients and other service providers.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and agencies.
- Implemented and developed programs to address poverty and inequality.
- Developed and implemented programs to engage and empower underserved populations.
- Determined needed and relevant interventions based on each client's cognitive abilities and current needs.
- Monitored and evaluated impact of social services on community.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance quality of social services.
- Collaborated with various stakeholders to promote social services.
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with community members to facilitate outreach activities.
Education
GED -
The CPD Certification Services
UK 03.2023 - 2023.05
Associate of Science - Foods, Nutrition, And Wellness Studies
Kenya Institute of Community Studies
Kenya 01.2018 - 2020.11
Associate of Applied Science - Community Development
Association of Business Managers Administration
UK 01.2010 - 2011.10
Skills
Meal planning and preparation
Additional Information
I have an experience of managing and caring for my elderly Grandmother over 10yrs who passed on Feb/2021 at age 107 yrs. this was a blessing may her soul RIP.
Interests
Volunteering
I have always been a member of volunteering Organizations who work in different ares of need eg Red Cross, Amfref, Gain programmes in Kenya, vising home for the Elderly, Mental Hospitals and Health campaign programmes
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
GED -
The CPD Certification Services
03.2023 - 2023.05
Care Health Assistance
MATHARI NATIONAL TEACHING & REFERRAL HOSPITAL
05.2022 - Current
Clinical Nutritionist/Trainee Dietician
Kenyatta National Hospital
01.2020 - 10.2020
Associate of Science - Foods, Nutrition, And Wellness Studies
Kenya Institute of Community Studies
01.2018 - 2020.11
Community Outreach Officer
Jeddiah Organics
06.2016 - 07.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Community Development
Association of Business Managers Administration
01.2010 - 2011.10
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