"Employee of the Month".I have great feedbacks from my colleagues, patients and patients relatives.
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Caring for the elderly have been a thing of great joy for me. The experience is quite challenging and rewarding at same time.
I have looked after my Grandma,who happen to have dementia.
It opened me up to selfless service, compassionate care and empathy.
I am Nursing Assistant in JR Hospital.
In our Ward, we take care of mostly elderly patients, patients with Dementia, Learning Disabilities, Delirium, Frail adults, adults with varying complex health challenges.
I have been trained to work independently with little or no supervision. I am a good listener, have good communication skills, compassionate, kind and ability to work under pressure. I have also learned to be very patient when dealing with my patients.
I help with toileting, giving a wash, making their beds, companionship and mobilizing those who find it difficult to do so without support.
I respect and promote my patients privacy, dignity and confidentiality.
I have been trained to take observations, do ECG, check and monitor blood sugar amongst other things.
With trainings and experience I have gained over time, I am competent taking care of elderly people passionately.
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