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Mark

Date Of Birth: October 24, 1983

City: Johannesburg, Gauteng

Languages: English, Zulu, Ndebele

Hobbies: Reading and watching movies

What makes you a good caregiver?

“I have more than 14 years of nursing experience and have been involved in many different fields As an experienced caregiver, I will ensure quality care to my clients and I believe that makes me a great carer.

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?

“I've gained experience in various types of health conditions such as Frail, Palliative, Mental, and Physical Disability care from my years of experience working at frail care facilities as well as hospitals. I’m comfortable and experienced in PEG feeding, oxygen therapy, and wound monitoring.”

What makes you most excited about working with seniors?

“Spending time with them and giving them the hope that they can still achieve the basic daily functions and activities makes me excited. Providing them with hope and the will to continue another day brings me satisfaction, and I aspire to provide this to all my clients.”

What was your best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?

“I cared for a client who had been neglected for a while. After caring for him for a month, it was good to see healing bed sores, weight gain and a smile on his face. That has to be my best time at work, it made me feel so good knowing that my care had a positive impact on the client.”

What personal values are most important to you?

“Compassion, commitment and discipline.”