Nonhlanhla Vilakazi: Duties

NONHLANHLA VILAKAZI
Edenvale South Africa

+27 67 837 3630
[email protected]
Dedicated & compassionate Support care worker with extensive experience in providing Healthcare
assistance & support in assisted living home-based environments & memory care communities.
Passionate about inspiring hope & promoting independence amongst patients through the
implementation of motivational & leadership skills. A responsible individual with strong people skills &
knowledge of personal care. Very much reliable, ethical & dedicated to helping people live fully
dignified lives & take pride in maintaining patient confidentiality. Able to accept criticism & work very
well with others, remaining calm in stressful situations. Familiar with all principles of basic patient
care. Have undertaken professional courses specific to the care of the elderly people unable to conduct
everyday activities independently.
MARCH 2023 – PRESENT
EDENVALE CARE CENTRE HOSPICE
(ELDERLY CAREGIVER & SPECIAL NEEDS)

>Mainly dealing with both adults & children with disabilities/difficulties.
● Documenting the service user's activities on an individualize Daily Care Plan

● Developed personalised learning strategies for each child based on their capabilities.
● Providing the service user with personal including toileting and grooming assistance
● Meal preparation and general housekeeping and sanitizing surfaces
● Maintaining high standards of excellence
● Administer prescribed medication under the written directions of physicians and as directed by a
care plan
● Ensured daily routines were followed, improving structure & discipline.
● Engaged children in therapeutic physical activities.
● Personal hygiene facilitation
DUTIES
>Providing personal care for the Patients. Care includes assisting with bathing, dressing, oral care and
grooming.
> cleaning & disinfecting rooms, bed turns and bed making including constant changing of bedlinen to
avoid bed sores.
>Assisting Registered Nurse in medication administration, medication intake and wound cleaning and
dressing.
> Meal preparation, assisting with preparation and serving patients. >Assisting
relatives on how to feed patients.
>Educating relatives on the use of equipment to safeguard from accidents.

>Mobility assistance using safe and comfortable equipment’s such as wheelchairs, walkers & stretchers
>Providing & maintaining safe physical work environment
>Ensuring compliance with appropriate industry standards & statutory safety regulations.
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SKILLS
● Compassionate care ●Medication Management ●Emergency Response ●Transportation

●Multitasking ●House Keeping ● Relationship building ●Personal care ●Elderly Care
●Medical administration ●Personal care assistance ●Communication ●Food safety & Sanitation
●Problem-solving ●Patient advocacy ●Organization. ●First Aid ●Accepting help from others ●Initiative
●Reliable ●Selflessness ●Patience ●Leadership ●Active listening ●Empathy ●Creativity & Adaptability
●C P R ●Time Management ●Conservative ●Physical stamina ●Positivity ●Wound dressing
●Collaboration skills
EXPERIENCE
The experience that have obtained has taught me to be patient and improved my listening skills, to be
more supportive and go the extra mile in executing my duties professionally being more responsible
simultaneously, have great leadership skills which has boosted my confidence in managing both patients
& helping others through team work.
STRENGTHS
COMPASSIONATE CARE
I consistently provide compassionate care, taking the time to listen to patient’s needs & concerns. This
approach has cultivated strong relationships & created a unique sense of trust & security.
ADAPTABILITY & FLEXIBILITY

I am adapting & remaining calm in changing environments & challenging situations. This trait enables
me to quickly adjust to new care plans, patient’s preferences & unexpected circumstances.
ATTENTION TO DETAILS
My keen attention to details ensures that patients receive the highest quality of care. I closely monitor
medication schedules, observe changes in health conditions & maintain accurate records for effective
communication with medical professions.
SUMMARY
Skilled caregiver with a positive attitude & a passion for building meaningful & lasting relationships.
With the skills & knowledge obtained from the experience as a caregiver I bring visible results from
dedicated work input in delivering exceptional care for elderly patients, assisting with daily living
activities, implementing personalised care programs which have yielded positive results in the
development of patience in their daily programs
Recent graduate with a strong desire to work as a caregiver, committed to provide exceptional home
care to elderly & disabled patients, building trusting relationships & improving their quality of life.
Skilled in adapting to different care settings & handling emergency situations with calmness & efficiency.
 REFERENCE
MRS NOLEEN
011 454 0996
EDENVALE CARE CENTRE.
 MR DONALD MUCHEMWA
DIRECTOR
084 748 9966
[email protected]
 MR SHAUN JAMES KHUMALO

PROGRAM CORDINATOR
069 810 3024
[email protected]
 MR TAPIWA
HOD
065 992 2826
[email protected]

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NONHLANHLA VILAKAZI

Edenvale South Africa

MARCH 2023 – PRESENT

EDENVALE CARE CENTRE HOSPICE

(ELDERLY CAREGIVER & SPECIAL NEEDS)

● Documenting the service user's activities on an individualize Daily Care Plan

>Educating relatives on the use of equipment to safeguard from accidents.

● Compassionate care ●Medication Management ●Emergency Response ●Transportation

ADAPTABILITY & FLEXIBILITY

EDENVALE CARE CENTRE.

 MR SHAUN JAMES KHUMALO

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