Caregiver Resume Example Visiting Angels

CAREGIVER

Summary

Dedicated Caregiver highly experienced in addressing both physical and emotional patient needs. Familiar with scheduling and managing appointments, coordinating household support and offering caring companionship. Well-organized with medications and physically fit to handle any client need.

Skills

Community activities
Community integration
Client documentation
First aid and safety
Compassionate client care
Behavior redirection
Records maintenance
Preparing meals
Grooming and bathing assistance

Medical terminology knowledge
Collecting vital signs
General housekeeping ability
Performing patient intakes
Quick problem solver
Helping with medication
Monitoring fluids
Calm and level-headed under duress
Patient relations

Experience

Caregiver / Visiting Angels - Shelbyville, TN05/2020 - 06/2020

Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance.
Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times.
Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.
Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
Transported patients to and from medical, dental and personal care appointments.
Engaged client in physical and mental activities to sustain quality of life.
Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet client dietary requirements such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.
Fostered relationship with client, providing companionship and counseling.

Caregiver / Private Care - Lewisburg, TN08/2004 - 10/2016

Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
Administered all necessary medications as directed by care plan.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance.
Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times.
Took and recorded patient temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure to monitor health statistics.
Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Oversaw and planned resident schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits.
Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.
Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces.
Coordinated and administered medications and organized healthcare appointments to maintain optimal client health.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
Worked with supervisory medical staff to review cases and improve care.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
Transported patients to and from medical, dental and personal care appointments.
Engaged client in physical and mental activities to sustain quality of life.
Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet client dietary requirements such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.
Fostered relationship with client, providing companionship and counseling.

Caregiver/House Manager / Impact Center - Lewisburg, TN01/2004 - 08/2004

Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet client dietary requirements such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces.
Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Worked with supervisory medical staff to review cases and improve care.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Coordinated and administered medications and organized healthcare appointments to maintain optimal client health.
Administered all necessary medications as directed by care plan.
Engaged client in physical and mental activities to sustain quality of life.
Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.
Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Transported patients to and from medical, dental and personal care appointments.
Oversaw and planned resident schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance.
Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times.

Certified Nursing Assistant / NHC Oakwood - Lewisburg, TN01/2000 - 07/2000

Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.

Education and Training

Sylvan Learning Center - Columbia, TN10/2003GED

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Visiting Angels
Private Care
Impact Center
NHC Oakwood

School Attended

Sylvan Learning Center

Job Titles Held:

Caregiver
Caregiver/House Manager
Certified Nursing Assistant

Degrees

Sylvan Learning Center - Columbia, TN 10/2003 GED

Caregiver Resume Example

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