WINLET ARUSA MUDAVIRA
PERSONAL SUPPORT CARE WORKER/ NURSE ASSISTANT
Nairobi
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong foundation in patient care and medical support. Adept at handling patient needs, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring clean and safe environment. Known for reliability, adaptability, and commitment to achieving positive patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6055
6055
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Personal Support Worker/Elderly Caregiver
St Mary's Mission Hospital
09.2021 - Current
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Caregiver/Support Worker
The Balozi Hospital
09.2019 - 03.2021
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements for elderly clients while considering their preferences.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
Patient Care Assistant
Malindi Sub-County Hospital
06.2018 - 07.2019
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Improved patient satisfaction by responding promptly to call lights and addressing needs or concerns.
- Implemented infection control protocols effectively, reducing the spread of illness within the facility.
- Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by maintaining cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult moments, fostering trust and rapport.
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Education
Diploma - Clinical Medicine, Surgery & Care Course
Portreiz Medical Training College
High School Diploma -
Kaimosi Girls High School
Certificate - NURSE ASSISTANT/ CAREGIVER
Rafa Institute of Disability & Care Studies
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya04-2024
Skills
Good communication skills
Patient care
Personal hygiene assistance
Housekeeping tasks
Relationship building
CNA certification
Elderly care
Basic life support
Infection prevention and control
Certification
PCW - Personal Care Worker
Timeline
Personal Support Worker/Elderly Caregiver
St Mary's Mission Hospital
09.2021 - Current
Caregiver/Support Worker
The Balozi Hospital
09.2019 - 03.2021
Patient Care Assistant
Malindi Sub-County Hospital
06.2018 - 07.2019
Diploma - Clinical Medicine, Surgery & Care Course
Portreiz Medical Training College
High School Diploma -
Kaimosi Girls High School
Certificate - NURSE ASSISTANT/ CAREGIVER
Rafa Institute of Disability & Care Studies