SALOME NYAWIRA
Care Assistant/Caregiver
Nakuru,31
Summary
Compassionate and detail-driven Caregiver & Administrative Professional with hands-on experience in elderly care, special needs support, and office operations. Skilled in patient monitoring, medication management, and daily living assistance, while also proficient in financial reconciliation, reporting, and record management. Recognized for combining empathy with efficiency, ensuring both high-quality care and smooth administrative workflows. Adept at working independently, managing multiple priorities, and maintaining confidentiality and professional integrity.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Care Assistant
Family Caregiver
12.2022 - Current
- Delivered daily, hands-on care for two elderly family members with complex medical conditions: 1. Grandmother (76 years old) with diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, and immobility 2. Grandfather with advanced lung cancer (palliative care until 2022)
- Administered insulin injections twice daily with 100% adherence and assisted with oral medications and monitoring of symptoms.
- Supported personal hygiene, grooming, feeding, mobility, and toileting, ensuring dignity and comfort in all routines.
- Created a consistent care schedule that reduced stress and improved overall well-being for both clients and the household.
- Provided emotional companionship and end-of-life support, helping reduce loneliness and improve quality of life.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals during home visits, ensuring accurate communication of patient progress and concerns.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with families and healthcare professionals.
- Administered medications and monitored health conditions for optimal patient care.
- Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients through regular monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to medical staff.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams to maintain an open dialogue about ongoing care needs.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, documenting changes in condition or response to treatment interventions.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Attachment Caregiver
Arise and Hope Special Needs Daycare
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Provided compassionate care to individuals with diverse needs, enhancing their daily living experiences.
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene, meals, and mobility, ensuring comfort and safety throughout tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and care provided, supporting ongoing treatment plans.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Office Administrator
Wisecor Solutions
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Managed daily front office operations, including reception, filing, correspondence, and staff/student support.
- Conducted transaction reconciliation and reporting, preparing accurate weekly and monthly reports that improved financial oversight.
- Verified and processed student records, payments, and registrations, reducing documentation errors by 30%.
- Maintained confidential academic and financial records, ensuring compliance with data protection standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules and class timetables, streamlining operations and improving efficiency by 20%.
Education
Disability Support Care Course - undefined
Rafa Institute of Disability Care Studies
06.2025
Certificate in Computer Packages - undefined
German Training Institute
12.2018
Accounting Technician Diploma (KASNEB) -
Mwangaza College
06.2022
Skills
- Elderly & Special Needs Care
- Patient Monitoring & Medication Management
- Daily Living Assistance (feeding, hygiene, mobility)
- Emotional Support & Compassionate Communication
- Financial Reconciliation & Reporting
- Administrative & Front Office Support
- Data Entry & Confidential Record Management
- MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Time Management & Prioritization
- Problem-Solving & Attention to Detail
- Home based and Palliative Care
Certification
Certificate in Computer Packages, German Training Institute, 2018
Accomplishments
- Successfully cared for two high-need elderly patients at home, balancing complex medical routines with emotional support.
- Recognized at Rafa Institute for outstanding practical performance during caregiving assessments.
- Contributed to efficiency improvements in an academic institution by reducing reconciliation delays and improving reporting accuracy.
- Strengthened teamwork and empathy through structured attachment with children living with disabilities.
Languages
English
Kiswahili
Personal Information
Title: CARE ASSISTANT
Timeline
Attachment Caregiver
Arise and Hope Special Needs Daycare
04.2025 - 06.2025
Care Assistant
Family Caregiver
12.2022 - Current
Office Administrator
Wisecor Solutions
08.2022 - 11.2022
Disability Support Care Course - undefined
Rafa Institute of Disability Care Studies
Certificate in Computer Packages - undefined
German Training Institute
Accounting Technician Diploma (KASNEB) -
Mwangaza College