Sandra Thandeka Phiri
Celbridge,Kildare
Summary
Health care assistant and nurse midwife technician with extensive experience in delivering compassionate patient care and upholding infection control standards. Proficient in patient communication, monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and executing emergency procedures effectively. Dedicated to creating individualized care plans for residents, particularly those with dementia and age-related conditions. Aiming to advance within the healthcare sector to improve patient care quality.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Health Care Assistant
RAIDA CARE
Kildare, IRELAND
2024.05 - Current
- Provide compassionate personal care to elderly residents, including assistance with mobility, feeding, dressing, and hygiene.
- Support residents with dementia and other age-related conditions, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Maintain infection control standards and assist with cleaning and sanitisation duties.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team in delivering individualised care plans.
- Ensure compliance with manual handling procedures and safety protocols.
NURSE MIDWIFE TECHNICIAN
MALAWI GOVERNMENT
ZOMBA , MALAWI
2020.04 - 2024.04
- Measured blood pressure, pulse and temperature to assess and record vital signs.
- Provided oral, topical, and intravenous medication administration aligned with patient symptoms and treatment protocols.
- Monitored patient pain and discomfort to assess needs for therapies or painkilling drugs.
- Conducted emergency medical procedures, such as CPR, when necessary to save patients' lives.
- Worked with a consistently positive, friendly bedside manner to enhance patient experiences during difficult times.
STUDENT NURSE MIDWIFE TECHNICIAN
ZOMBA CENTRAL MENTAL HOSPITAL
ZOMBA , MALAWI
2023.01 - 2023.05
- Administered medication as prescribed, monitoring effects and documenting responses to treatment protocols.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential safety concerns and implemented preventative measures.
- Accurately conducted a mental state assessment.
- Managed clients undergoing Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) with appropriate care.
NURSE MIDWIFE TECHNICIAN
MEDICAL AID SOCIETY OF MALAWI
BLANTYRE , MALAWI
2019.01 - 2020.03
- Demonstrate skills in decontaminating various used instruments.
- Expertly coordinated outpatient care and facilitated necessary referrals.
- Completed suturing and wound dressing with precision.
- Monitor and log vital signs, interpreting any irregularities.
- Demonstrated compassionate communication skills, empathetically delivering difficult news to patients and families.
Education
A-Levels - Certificate in Healthcare Support
Chevron College
Wexford (Online) 2024.10 - 2025.10
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Midwifery
Mzuzu University
Mzuzu, Malawi 2022.05 -
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma in Nursing and Midwifery
Mulanje Mission College of Nursing and Midwifery
Mulanje, Malawi 2016.05 - 2019.12
Certificate of Higher Education - Certificate in information Communication and Technology
Kapiri Vocation Centre
Lilongwe, Malawi 2019.07 - 2019.12
Malawi School Certificate of Education - Secondary School Leaving Certificate
Lilongwe Girls Secondary School
Lilongwe, Malawi. 2011.09 - 2015.06
Skills
- Infection control
- Patient dignity preservation
- Patient interaction
- Clear communication
- Empathy and compassion
- Calm under pressure
- Multitasking under pressure
- Communicating with dementia patients
Languages
English and Chichewa
References
• Mr Keith Mumuderanji Lipato
Mulanje Mission College of Nursing and Midwifery Principal
Post Office Box 45, Mulanje
Tell: +265-888-877-066.
• Lusungu Chirambo
Medical Aid Society of Malawi(MASM), Emergency Medical Services(EMS).
Post Office Box 1254, Blantyre
Tell: +265-881-774-559.
Timeline
A-Levels - Certificate in Healthcare Support
Chevron College
2024.10 - 2025.10
Health Care Assistant
RAIDA CARE
2024.05 - Current
STUDENT NURSE MIDWIFE TECHNICIAN
ZOMBA CENTRAL MENTAL HOSPITAL
2023.01 - 2023.05
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Midwifery
Mzuzu University
2022.05 -
NURSE MIDWIFE TECHNICIAN
MALAWI GOVERNMENT
2020.04 - 2024.04
Certificate of Higher Education - Certificate in information Communication and Technology
Kapiri Vocation Centre
2019.07 - 2019.12
NURSE MIDWIFE TECHNICIAN
MEDICAL AID SOCIETY OF MALAWI
2019.01 - 2020.03
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma in Nursing and Midwifery
Mulanje Mission College of Nursing and Midwifery
2016.05 - 2019.12
Malawi School Certificate of Education - Secondary School Leaving Certificate
Lilongwe Girls Secondary School
2011.09 - 2015.06