Erica Arendse

Resourceful healthcare professional with experience in delivering comprehensive patient care and maintaining meticulous records. Proficient in monitoring vital signs, assisting with medical procedures, and adhering to infection control protocols. Possesses skills in CPR administration for all age groups and experience with specialized care in geriatric and palliative settings. Committed to ensuring patient safety and contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team at Mediclinic.

Health Care Assistant - SENSO HEALTH - Cape town, South Africa

(2024-08 - 2025-04)

• Delivered comprehensive patient care, including the precise monitoring of vital signs.
• Maintained meticulous patient records.
• Assisted clinicians in various medical procedures.
• Adhered to strict infection control protocols and ethical practices.
• Applied knowledge of anatomy and physiology to patient care.
• Provided specialised care within Geriatric psychology and Palliative care awareness frameworks.
• Managed care for patients with Alzheimer's and Dementia.
• Administered CPR for infants, children, and adults.
• Executed home-based care services.
• Educated and collaborated with the community on sexually transmitted infections (STI), including Human Immune Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS).
• Managed the effects of fatigue in the workplace.
• Educated and supported parents in childcare practices.
• Identified and supported children experiencing abuse.
• Provided dedicated care and support to elderly individuals.

ANCILLARY HEALTH CARE NQF LEVEL 4 - LILAC ROSEHEAVEN RETIREMENT VILLAGE - Durbanville

(2025-06)

Grad10 - Uitsig High (2003 - 2006-07)