Sindisiwe Mkhize
Care Worker with Healthcare Support Experience
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About
Compassionate and dedicated Care Worker with healthcare support experience in patient care, elderly care, and assisting individuals with daily living activities. Experienced in supporting patients with chronic conditions including diabetes, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease. Skilled in patient observation, reporting changes, maintaining confidentiality, infection prevention practices, and providing respectful care that promotes patient dignity.
Completed Caregiver
Certification, HIV/AIDS Counselling, Tuberculosis Basics, and First Aid training. Also brings strong administrative skills including documentation, record keeping, data capturing, and supporting healthcare-related tasks. Able to work effectively within a healthcare team and contribute to a positive patient experience.
Experience
Private Caregiver – Diabetic Patient - Private - Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
(2023-06 - 2025-12)
- Provided compassionate daily care and support to a diabetic patient.
- Assisted with personal care, hygiene, mobility, and activities of daily living.
- Supported medication routines through reminders and monitoring.
- Observed patient wellbeing and reported changes or concerns.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and comfortable patient environment.
- Provided emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained confidentiality and communicated updates appropriately with family.
Practical Caregiver Experience - 7th Heaven Aged Home
(2025-01 - 2025-02)
- Assisted elderly patients, including those living with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and diabetes.
- Supported caregivers with daily patient care routines.
- Assisted with maintaining patient comfort, safety, and dignity.
- Followed hygiene and infection prevention practices.
- Observed patient conditions and reported concerns to supervisors.
- Gained experience in an aged-care healthcare environment.
Volunteer – Crèche Assistant & Clinic Support - Private - Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Assist with childcare and daily care activities.
- Support clinic visits for child immunisations and healthcare requirements.
- Assist with basic administrative tasks and documentation.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised environment.
- Communicate professionally with parents and healthcare staff.
Front-End Attendant - ICC DURBAN
(2017-09 - 2019-06)
- Provided professional customer service and assisted visitors.
- Handled enquiries and communicated information effectively.
- Worked in a busy environment requiring patience and teamwork.
- Maintained professional standards during large events.
Workplace Experience - IBISI HIGH SCHOOL
- Assisted with administrative tasks and documentation.
- Supported filing, record keeping, and office duties.
- Developed organisational and communication skills.
Education
National Certificate (Vocational) NCV Level 4 - Office Administration - Esayidi TVET College (2016-12)
Non-Degree English Literacy Course - English Literacy - MANCOSA (2025-05-04)
