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HOME HEALTH AIDE
Summary

My name is Melissa Dixon. I am a certified nursing assistant...I have been a caregiver since I was 19 years old..I started out working in the Alzheimer's unit working with dementia...from there i have worked long term facilities..I have worked with and had the pleasure of working with several. diffrent. people..i have worked with the elderly as well as children..I have gained a lot of experience..I have worked with caths and ostomies..as well as trecs and feeding tubes..i also have experience..with I.V.adiministring meds.I started out wanting to work with the elderly due to my great grandmother passes away. Alone in a nursing home.i felt as i would make a diffrence in someones life..turns out it happened to be my calling......I am good at what I do..I am a hard worker and I try to make time to make sure my work is complete and done right as well as take the time to listen to my residents..I am patient., friendly and kind person....

Skills
  • Behavior redirection
  • Care plan management
  • Client documentation
  • Compassionate client care
  • Community activities
  • Client safety and first aid
  • Quality program protocols
  • Knowledge of state regulations
  • Case management experience
  • Organization
  • MS Office
  • Problem resolution
  • Relationship building
  • Customer service
  • Data management
Education and Training
High School DiplomaShelbyville Central High SchoolShelbyville,Indiana ,06/2008
  • Major in [Subject]
Experience
America home health and hospic Home Health Aide | Greenfield , IN02/2011 to 05/2015
  • Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
  • Monitored client's well-being, safety and comfort under direction of physician.
  • Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Documented client progress in charts and logbooks.
  • Helped transition patient between bed, wheelchair and automobile to provide safe mobility support.
  • Fostered independence in disabled individuals while closely monitoring safety at all times.
  • Answered questions and assisted with health system coordination, patient rights and privacy of personal information.
  • Mopped floors, vacuumed, washed dishes and performed other household chores to assist clients.
  • Managed various daily job tasks, including patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
  • Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
  • Administered necessary medications as directed by care plan.
  • Ran errands for clients and transported to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
  • Furnished personal care to clients within private home settings and championed patient independence and well-being.
  • Facilitated best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient.
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
  • Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans.
  • Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients with [Type] and [Type] conditions to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
  • Coordinated and engaged in community outreach and local events to educate on chronic illness, at-home care and preventative self-exams.
  • Assisted patients with such tasks as [Task] and [Task] each [Timeframe] to alleviate burden on family members.
  • Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to [Job title] and documenting information in files.
  • Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
  • Maintained patient hygiene by administering bedpans, urinals, baths and shaves.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Monitored and reported clients' progress.
  • Monitored medications for patients with various conditions, including [Type] and [Type] and kept watchful eye for side effects.
  • Organized and administered medications on clear schedules to help alleviate symptoms and optimize quality of life.
  • Assisted elderly clients with personal hygiene and other daily activities, including bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
  • Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation and shopping.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
Especially kidzCaregiver | Shelbyville , Ind03/2007 to 11/2009
  • Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
  • Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Fostered relationship with client, providing companionship and counseling.
  • Took and recorded patient temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure to monitor health statistics.
  • Cultivated amiable relationships with over [Number] residents, resulting in strong overall patient happiness and emotional well-being.
  • Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Coordinated and administered medications and organized healthcare appointments to maintain optimal client health.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces.
  • Engaged client in physical and mental activities to sustain quality of life.
  • Implemented group activities such as [Type] and [Type] activities, improving resident and staff engagement [Number]%.
  • Assisted with basic care for elderly patients, including scheduling appointments and managing finances and legal matters.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Administered necessary medications as directed by care plan.
  • Transported patients to and from medical, dental and personal care appointments.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding and changed linens [Number] times per [Timeframe] to prevent spread of infection.
  • Reported concerns to supervisory [Job title] to maintain optimal care for all client needs.
  • Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.
  • Delivered high-quality, geriatric care to private client.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
  • Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet special client diets such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.
  • Assisted over [Number] residents with daily needs, including personal hygiene, dressing and transferring from chairs to bed.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
  • Oversaw and planned schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Facilitated best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient.
  • Worked with supervisory medical staff to review cases and improve care.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Trilogy Health Services LLCCaregiver | Spencer, IN01/1985 to 01/1989
  • Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
  • Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Took and recorded patient temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure to monitor health statistics.
  • Fostered relationship with client, providing companionship and counseling.
  • Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Cultivated amiable relationships with over [Number] residents, resulting in strong overall patient happiness and emotional well-being.
  • Coordinated and administered medications and organized healthcare appointments to maintain optimal client health.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces.
  • Engaged client in physical and mental activities to sustain quality of life.
  • Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • Implemented group activities such as [Type] and [Type] activities, improving resident and staff engagement [Number]%.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding and changed linens [Number] times per [Timeframe] to prevent spread of infection.
  • Reported concerns to supervisory [Job title] to maintain optimal care for all client needs.
  • Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
  • Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet special client diets such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.
  • Assisted over [Number] residents with daily needs, including personal hygiene, dressing and transferring from chairs to bed.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
  • Oversaw and planned schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Facilitated best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Worked with supervisory medical staff to review cases and improve care.
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • America home health and hospic
  • Especially kidz
  • Trilogy Health Services LLC

School Attended

  • Shelbyville Central High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Home Health Aide
  • Caregiver

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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