Jennet Maphisa
Caregiver, nanny, and housekeeper
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About
Dedicated and compassionate caregiver, nanny, and housekeeper with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care and domestic support to families and elderly clients. Skilled in personal care, emotional support, child development, and household management. Trusted by employers for reliability, empathy, and strong work ethic.
Experience
Elderly Caregiver at Yanga Madikiza – Private Home (2025-02 – 2025-07)
- Provided personal care for two elderly clients (age: 90) suffering from stroke and high blood pressure
- Tasks included: bathing, dressing, nappy changes, medication administration, meal preparation, emotional support, and light housekeeping
- Assisted clients into wheelchairs and conducted light physical exercises
- Used assistive equipment: wheelchair and walker
- Maintained a compassionate and respectful approach at all times
- Reason for leaving: Patients relocated to Eastern Cape
Housekeeper at Guy Hudson – Private Household (2016 – 2019-07)
- Solely responsible for cleaning a professional family’s home
- Cleaned valuable and delicate items with great care
- Conducted thorough cleaning of bathrooms, bedrooms, and kitchen
- Managed all laundry and ironing tasks
- Maintained a tidy and hygienic environment for the family
Nanny / Cook / Housekeeper at Patricia & John Du Plessis – Private Household (2006 – 2013)
- Provided nurturing childcare for two children (ages 2 years and 3 months)
- Oversaw full daily routine including bathing, feeding, dressing, storytelling, and outdoor activities
- Prepared healthy meals for the family
- Performed complete housekeeping duties including cleaning, laundry, ironing
- Engaged children in developmental activities (arts, crafts, walks, etc.)
- Received a glowing recommendation before the family relocated to the USA
Education
Highest Grade Passed: Grade 10 in English, Isizulu, Geography, Mathematics, Physical Science, History – Ivorypark Secondary School (2000)