Committed Home Health Aid offers 8 years in home healthcare. Dedicated to delivering consistent and focused attention to client safety, comfort, and dignity. Well-versed in direct patient care and recordkeeping.
Skills
Service-Oriented
Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
Report Preparation
Laundry Washing, Drying and Ironing
Bathing Support
Family Support and Instruction
Client Relationship and Rapport
Emotional Support and Companionship
Time Management
Medication Administration
Bed Making and Changing
Patient and Compassionate
Dressing Changes
Work History
HHA/PCA, 09/2015 - Current Best Home Care – City, STATE,
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
Provided transportation and appointments management.
Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
Private Care , 07/2014 - Current Self Employeed – City, STATE,
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition and progress.
Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.
Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Assisted patients with mobility issues in areas such as beds, wheelchair usage and automobile travel.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient.
Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
Completed dusting, washing dishes, laundry and vacuuming for patients.
Scheduled and accompanied client to medical appointments.
Office Manager/Medical Assistant, 09/2012 - 09/2014 Dr. David Bush MD – City, STATE,
Assessed processes and procedures, complying with OSHA and HIPAA regulations.
Oversaw accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
Created and managed electronic patient records, encompassing data entry and administrative functions related to insurance, billing and accounts receivable.
Provided proper scheduling of patients, ensuring timely and effective allocation of resources and calendars.
Leveraged patient feedback and performed continuous process improvements to streamline day-to-day business operations and patient satisfaction.
Consulted with healthcare professionals on business decisions.
Created and implemented organizational policies and procedures.
Education
Nursing Assistant/ Home Health Aid : Medical , Expected in 08/2017 - Red Cross - Peabody Ma, GPA:
Certificate: Medical Assistant , Expected in 06/2010 - Everest Institute - Chelsea Ma, GPA:
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