Natasha Magugu
Duleek,MH
Summary
Empathetic individual with impeccable customer service and interpersonal skills. Works well under pressure with savvy time management and prioritization. Demonstrates strong resilience and active listening.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Care Choice Home Care
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and toileting, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Provided quality personal care, such as dressing and bathing, while maintaining respect and sensitivity.
- Documented care provided, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records were kept.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering best possible care.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic environment in patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Assisted patients in the basic hygiene requirements, including bathing, washing and dressing.
- Helped patients with bathing, meal assistance, toileting and mobility support.
- Maintained clean and hygienic living environments, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Supported patients with nutrition and hydration needs, ensuring they received appropriate meals and assisting with feeding when necessary.
- Aided in bathing, dressing and general mobility.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence amongst elderly clients.
- Changed bed linen and washed patient clothes regularly, maintaining proper hygiene standards.
- Helped patients improve mental wellbeing by providing a helpful and happy service throughout care.
- Supported residents with mobility issues, using equipment safely to aid movement.
- Promoted and encouraged independence while assisting patients with daily routines.
- Provided personalised care and support to residents, enhancing their quality of life.
- Provided emotional support and companionship, building trusting relationships.
- Managed challenging behaviors exhibited by some residents with patience, empathy, and appropriate interventions to maintain safety and dignity for all involved parties.
- Observed strict infection control protocols to minimize risks of cross-contamination between patients.
- Improved patient care by providing attentive and compassionate assistance with daily living activities.
- Assisted patients in maintaining mobility by supporting them during ambulation and transfers.
- Enhanced patient comfort with gentle grooming, bathing, and dressing routines.
- Implemented individualized care plans as directed by nursing staff, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
Health Care Assistant
Inis Care
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and toileting, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment, replenishing stock to avoid shortages and maintain operational readiness.
- Managed the counting and ordering of establishment supplies, including medication, food and bedding.
- Counselled patients on pain management and medication risks with strong focus on substance abuse prevention.
- Contributed to case management processes on general ward, assisting with charting and patient intake.
- Supported care teams with comprehensive care delivery by following up on laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging results.
- Enhanced patient outcomes, educating on disease prevention and wellness measures to reduce symptoms.
- Formulated care plans with meticulous attention, helping to increase quality of documentation.
- Delivered massage and other non-pharmacological pain relief measures to patients.
- Advocated for patients' rights and well-being, acting as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers.
- Readied treatment rooms and patient beds to reduce backlogs and support timely interventions.
- Catered to patients' needs throughout hospital stay by performing holistic assessments.
- Educated and advised patients on prevention and improvement methods to avoid future hospitalisation.
- Monitored supply usage and reported low-stock items to proactively replenish inventory.
- Reviewed individualised care plans, making changes based on progress and required improvements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSN. (Application Approved)
University College Dublin(UCD)
Dublin01-2027
QQI Level 5 (Completed 4 Modules)
Evolut Training Institute
Ireland01-2024
Community Health Nursing
Kenya Medical Training College
Nairobi2018
Skills
- Personal care
- Clear communication
- Patient record keeping
- Manual handling
- Bathing and dressing assistance
- Bedmaking
- Food Hygiene
- Patient handling and positioning
- First Aid
- Empathy and compassion
- Basic life support
- Documentation
- Dementia care
- Patient transfers
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Patient care
Accomplishments
- Completed QQI Level 5(Ongoing),Care for the elderly and Care Skills.
Languages
Swahili
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Certification
- HSE All modules.
- QQI Level 5 (Ongoing).
Licensing
-Fully Nursing license by Kenya Nursing Council.
-Full Irish Driving License (With own car)
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Care Choice Home Care
04.2024 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Inis Care
11.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - BSN. (Application Approved)
University College Dublin(UCD)
QQI Level 5 (Completed 4 Modules)
Evolut Training Institute
Community Health Nursing
Kenya Medical Training College
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