MARY WAKANYI GAKURU
kiambu
Summary
Compassionate Care Assistant with experience at NUEVA ESPERANZA HOME, specializing in individualized care plans and regulatory compliance. Expertise in maintaining patient confidentiality and coordinating travel arrangements. Proven track record in providing emotional support and companionship, significantly improving clients' recovery experiences. Skilled in monitoring vital signs and administering medications with precision.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Assistant
NUEVA ESPERANZA HOME
Kiambu
01.2023 - Current
- Executed light housekeeping tasks, including changing bed linens and vacuuming carpets.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene maintenance to enhance overall well-being.
- Supported clients in adjusting to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
Caregiver
HOME BASED PATIENT
Kiambu
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Ensured compliance with laws and regulations governing home health care services.
- Administered medications according to care plans and specific directives.
- Facilitated safe ambulation through transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse rate.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to reduce infection risks.
Personal Assistant
KENYATTA NATIONAL HOSPITAL
Nairobi
05.2005 - 12.2021
- Facilitated clerical correspondence via email and phone interactions.
- Adhered to standard infection control protocols to prevent illness and contamination.
- Organized travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, and transportation.
- Kept patient health and personal information private and confidential.
- Monitored vital signs and medication under supervision of registered nurse.
- Transported clients to physician offices or on outings.
- Delivered warm companionship with conversation, emotional reassurance and coordination of mentally stimulating activities.
Education
Certificate - PALLIATIVE CARE
NAIROBI HOSPICE- CERTIFICATE
NAIROBI03-2018
Public Relations
INTERSTATES COLLEGE
NAIROBI03-2014
Skills
- Travel coordination
- Calendar management
- Email correspondence
- Document organization
- Patient confidentiality
- Regulatory compliance
- First aid
Languages
English, preferred
Work Location
In person
Languages
English
First Language
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Care Assistant
NUEVA ESPERANZA HOME
01.2023 - Current
Caregiver
HOME BASED PATIENT
01.2021 - 01.2022
Personal Assistant
KENYATTA NATIONAL HOSPITAL
05.2005 - 12.2021
Certificate - PALLIATIVE CARE
NAIROBI HOSPICE- CERTIFICATE
Public Relations
INTERSTATES COLLEGE
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