Joseph Dupwa

Compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality person-centred care in residential homes, domiciliary care, and hospital settings in both the UK and Zimbabwe. Skilled in supporting patients with personal care, mobility, nutrition, medication assistance, and emotional wellbeing while maintaining dignity and independence. Experienced in working within multidisciplinary teams and committed to delivering safe, respectful, and compassionate care in line with healthcare standards and policies.

Healthcare Assistant / Support Worker at Fitzwilliam Care Centre (2025-09 – Present)

Responsibilities

• Assisting residents with personal care including washing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and continence care
• Supporting residents with mobility using hoists, wheelchairs, and walking aids
• Assisting with feeding, hydration, and nutritional support
• Monitoring residents' health conditions and reporting changes to senior staff
• Supporting medication administration under supervision and according to care plans
• Providing companionship and encouraging participation in social activities
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents

Domiciliary Care Assistant at Precious Support Services (2023-11 – 2025-07)

Responsibilities

• Delivered high-quality care and support to clients in their own homes
• Assisted clients with personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
• Supported clients with medication following care plans and training guidelines
• Assisted with moving and handling, mobility, and transfers
• Prepared meals and supported clients with feeding and nutrition
• Maintained accurate records of care visits and reported concerns promptly
• Promoted independence, dignity, and privacy for service users
• Assisted clients in maintaining daily living activities and quality of life

Nursing Aide at Mbuya Dorcas Hospital (2017-05 – 2023-10)

Responsibilities

• Provided compassionate care and support to patients in hospital settings
• Assisted patients with feeding, dressing, bathing, and personal hygiene
• Maintained hygiene standards by cleaning patient areas and changing bed linen
• Observed and reported changes in patients' conditions and behaviours
• Assisted with transferring and repositioning patients safely
• Worked closely with healthcare professionals to deliver quality patient care
• Ensured compliance with healthcare policies and procedures

Nursing Aide at Neighbourhood Clinic (2014-09 – 2017-05)

Responsibilities

• Supported patients with personal care, grooming, dressing, and mobility
• Monitored and recorded patient vital signs and fluid intake
• Maintained clean and safe patient environments
• Assisted patients using walking aids and mobility equipment
• Maintained accurate patient records and documentation
• Treated patients and families with dignity, compassion, and respect
• Followed all workplace health and safety regulations

O Level (GESC) – Gwangwadza Secondary School