MERCY MUTSANZU BAYA
CARE GIVER
Malindi, Kilifi District
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at Mikindani Nursing Home, skilled in elderly care and mobility assistance. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and promote independence through attentive support and effective communication. Recognized for adaptability and emotional support, ensuring optimal health outcomes and fostering strong relationships with patients and families.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Mikindani Nursing Home
Mombasa, Mombasa District, Kenya
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Care Assistant
Mombasa Hospise
Mombasa, Mombasa District, Kenya
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams to maintain an open dialogue about ongoing care needs.
- Mitigated patient-care risks with regular equipment safety checks.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Administered medications under supervision of licensed healthcare providers, following established protocols for dosage accuracy and timing.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing guidance on how they could best assist their loved ones throughout the caregiving journey.
- Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Implemented care plans designed by healthcare professionals to ensure consistency in treatment and support for each patient.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines for optimal health.
Nursing Assistant
Twafiq Medical Care
Malindi, Kilifi District, Kenya (Remote)
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Education
High School Diploma -
NAIROBI INSTITUTE OF Ecommerce
04.2001 -
Skills
Elderly care
Basic housekeeping
Patient companionship
Patient care
Mobility assistance
Meal preparation
Personal hygiene assistance
Adaptability and flexibility
First aid and safety
Emotional support
Travelling
I am passionate about travelling and meeting new people
Timeline
Caregiver
Mikindani Nursing Home
01.2025 - Current
Care Assistant
Mombasa Hospise
01.2024 - 12.2024
Nursing Assistant
Twafiq Medical Care
01.2023 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
NAIROBI INSTITUTE OF Ecommerce
04.2001 -