TRISH MAKUMBE
Bodden town
Summary
Dedicated Health Care Assistant and Environmental Health Practitioner with a strong background in patient care and environmental protection. Skilled in providing emotional support, conducting patient assessments, and monitoring vital signs. Experienced in wound care, infection control, and chronic disease management. Proficient in hazard identification, inspection coordination, and public health education. Committed to ensuring the well-being of patients and promoting a safe and healthy environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Assistant/ Caregiver
We Care Professional Care Services
Cayman Islands
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Ensured infection control by following rigorous hygiene standards during care.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Increased patient safety by promptly addressing concerns and reporting incidents or potential hazards to supervisory staff.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility in nursing practice, adjusting care strategies as needed to best meet evolving patient needs.
- Administered medications accurately according to physician orders, minimizing errors in dosage or timing.
- Established strong rapport with patients while maintaining professional boundaries as a trusted healthcare provider.
- Facilitated patient recovery through expert wound care, infection control measures, and pain management techniques.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Environmental Health Practitioner
Ministry of Health and Child Care , Sadza District Hospital
Sadza District Hospital, Zimbabwe
01.2019 - 02.2024
- Assisted in grant writing endeavors resulting successful funding for new projects aimed at improving community''s overall well-being related to Environmental Health.
- Enhanced public safety by identifying and addressing potential health risks in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local, state, federal laws pertaining to environmental protection ensuring accurate information dissemination.
- Improved air quality by conducting thorough environmental health inspections and monitoring industrial sites.
- Reduced hazardous waste by implementing proper waste disposal methods and training staff on sustainable practices.
- Streamlined inspection processes through the implementation of digital reporting tools, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy.
- Developed educational materials to promote awareness of environmental health issues among the general public and industry professionals.
- Promoted responsible waste management among households, contributing to a cleaner urban environment
- Food quality monitoring
- Water quality monitoring and analysis
- Investigated complaints concerning public health nuisances, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
- Entomological studies
- Premises inspection
- Investigated allegations of foodborne and inspected or audited food business' food safety practices.
- Educated businesses on sustainable practices, promoting eco-friendly operations and reducing their carbon footprint.
- Provided expert advice on appropriate remediation actions for contaminated sites, protecting public health and the environment.
- Conducted air quality assessments for industrial facilities, ensuring adherence to emission control requirements.
- Food handlers training
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Health Sciences
University of The People
National Diploma - Environmental Health
Gwanda Multidisciplinary Training School
Zimbabwe 12.2022
National Certificate - Environmental Health
Kushinga Phikhelela Polytechnic
Zimbabwe 12.2020
Diploma - Caregiving
Alison
2024
Diploma - Workplace Health And Safety
Alison
2024
Diploma - Risk Management
Alison
2024
Diploma - Food Safety
Alison
2024
Certificate - Coach Health And Wellness
Alison
2024
Diploma - Environmental Assessment And Quality Monitoring
Alison
2024
High School Diploma -
Leopold Takawira High School
Zimbabwe 2014
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Behavioral support
- Catheter care
- Diabetes management
- Palliative care
- Chronic disease management
- Feeding tube management
- Patient education
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medication administration
- Appointment scheduling
- Mobility assistance
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Wound care
- Pain management
- Hazard identification
- Radiation protection
- Occupational health
- Water quality analysis
- Inspection coordination
- Chemical handling
- Emergency response planning
- Waste management
- Project management
- Environmental monitoring
- Risk management
- Industrial hygiene
- Food safety inspection
- Infectious disease control
- Pollution control
- Public health education
- Health and safety inspections
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Public safety
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Environmental Health Practitioners Council of Zimbabwe
- First Aid Certification - Cayman Islands Red Cross or
- Adult / Infant/ Child CPR/AED certification – Cayman Islands Red Cross.
Driver’s licenses
Cayman Islands and Zimbabwe Driver’s license
Languages
English
Shona
Timeline
Health Care Assistant/ Caregiver
We Care Professional Care Services
05.2024 - Current
Environmental Health Practitioner
Ministry of Health and Child Care , Sadza District Hospital
01.2019 - 02.2024
Bachelor Of Science - Health Sciences
University of The People
National Diploma - Environmental Health
Gwanda Multidisciplinary Training School
National Certificate - Environmental Health
Kushinga Phikhelela Polytechnic
Diploma - Caregiving
Alison
Diploma - Workplace Health And Safety
Alison
Diploma - Risk Management
Alison
Diploma - Food Safety
Alison
Certificate - Coach Health And Wellness
Alison
Diploma - Environmental Assessment And Quality Monitoring
Alison
High School Diploma -
Leopold Takawira High School