Thandiswa Peter
Care Worker | Administrative & ICT Support
About
Dedicated and compassionate Care Worker with hands-on experience supporting the health, hygiene, and daily wellbeing of patients across hospital, frail-care, and home-based settings. Formally trained through the Winforce Training Centre's Healthcare Skills Outcomes Programme, with additional specialised workshops covering elderly care, HIV/AIDS counselling, doula support, and child care. Combines a caring, patient-centred approach with strong administrative and ICT support experience, including record-keeping, reporting, and computer literacy gained through prior roles in financial services and IT support.
A reliable team player who communicates clearly in IsiXhosa and English, holds a valid Code B driver's licence, and is available to start immediately.
Experience
Care Worker - V&A (Mediclinic Hospital), George - George
- Assist patients with personal care and daily hygiene, promoting dignity and comfort throughout
- Monitor patients' health and wellbeing, remaining alert to any changes in condition
- Maintain accurate records of patient input and output
- Report and record any visible changes in a patient's condition to nursing staff promptly
- Drain and measure catheters accurately in line with facility protocol
- Provide reassurance and companionship to patients, supporting their emotional wellbeing
Voluntary Practical Training — Nursing the Frail and Elderly - Huisgenoot Old Age Home, Gqeberha - Gqeberha
(2025-08-19 - 2025-09-20)
- Completed structured practical training in frail and elderly care as part of the Health Care Skills Programme
- Supported elderly residents with mobility, personal care, and daily routines under supervision
- Gained additional practical exposure through 80 hours (+/- 3 weeks) of voluntary training at a Child Care site during the Child Care Skills Programme
- Developed hands-on experience applying patient-centred care principles across different age groups
Financial Advisor - Sanlam
(2023 - 2024)
- Engaged with clients to understand their financial needs and provide suitable product guidance
- Built and maintained client relationships through professional, courteous communication
- Completed administrative processes accurately, including documentation and follow-ups
ICT Intern - Little Pig Institution, Komani Hospital - Komani
(2021-02 - 2022-03)
- Carried out software installation and maintenance across office computers
- Ensured print software was correctly installed and properly maintained
- Reset and unlocked user passwords, providing responsive first-line IT support
- Created and managed user accounts and performed other assigned administrative and technical duties
Education
Senior Certificate (Grade 12 / Matric) - Imiqhayi High School, King Williams Town (2002)
