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Jessica Claire
, , 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor (555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Summary

Compassionate Home Health Aide with current KY Department of Health Certification. Bringing 7 years of experience assisting in home environments for physically disabled clients of varying capacities. Skilled at closely monitoring vital signs, assisting with feeding, bathing and grooming, positioning and range of motion exercises.

Skills
  • Care Plan Management
  • Client Documentation
  • Client Safety and First Aid
  • Compassionate Client Care
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Time Management
  • Service-Oriented
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Observation Communication
  • Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
  • Laundry Washing, Drying and Ironing
  • Ambulation Assistance
  • Condition Assessment
  • Bathing Support
  • Patient Progress Documentation
  • Patient Care Recordkeeping
  • Dietary Orders Compliance
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Care Plan Adherence
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Home Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Mental Health Support
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Patient and Compassionate
  • Daily Charting
  • Patient Health Assessments
  • Client Relationship and Rapport
  • Prescribed Exercises
  • Emotional Support and Companionship
  • Bed Making and Changing
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Patient Massage
Experience
09/2016 to Current Home Health Aide Humana Inc. | Stone Mountain, GA,
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
  • Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
  • Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
  • Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
  • Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
  • Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
  • Helped client with medication self-administration.
  • Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises and assisted with daily physical therapy routines.
02/2015 to 08/2016 Home Health Aide Humana Inc. | Wellington, FL,
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
  • Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Delivered respite for patient's family and caregivers.
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
  • Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
  • Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
  • Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
  • Helped client with medication self-administration.
  • Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises and assisted with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
09/2014 to 01/2015 Personal Care Assistant Liberty Homecare | Clinton, NC,
  • Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
  • Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
  • Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
  • Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
  • Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
  • Completed scheduled patient check-ins and progress reports for clients.
  • Met with various caregivers to promote continuous professional development and implement quality treatment strategies.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
08/2007 to 06/2014 School Bus Monitor Go Riteway Transportation Group | Grafton, WI,
  • Accompanied driver and children on bus route to keep students safe and protected.
  • Supervised safe and orderly entry and exit of bus riders and physically assisted those with special needs.
  • Communicated with bus drivers, teachers and guardians regarding problems or incidents impacting student riders.
  • Protected students from physical and verbal bullying.
  • Loaded, secured and unloaded wheelchairs, secured seatbelts and demonstrated knowledge of students' special needs.
  • Implemented process to make sure students exited at correct stop and to proper guardians.
  • Prevented loss of students' belongings on or adjacent to bus via visual monitoring and verbal reminders.
  • Spoke directly with each student to understand pressing needs, concerns or fears.
  • Monitored buses transporting up to 5 special education passengers.
  • Complied with state, local and federal laws regarding student confidentiality.
  • Exhibited expertise of safety and emergency laws and procedures and helped students evacuate quickly and safely upon emergencies.
  • Helped drivers monitor and manage student actions to maintain bus safety.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading of riders in need of extra support.
  • Worked alongside students, parents and school personnel to provide all riders with safe and enjoyable experiences.
  • Explained bus rules to inform and educate passengers on policies and protocols.
  • Performed inspections before and after each trip.
  • Maintained strong proficiency in CPR, First Aid and rescue techniques to provide optimal support to individuals in distress.
  • Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
  • Conducted emergency bus evacuations using main and emergency doors.
  • Kept personal and medical details of each student confidential by adhering to established protocols.
  • Provided immediate and level-headed response to medical and other emergencies.
  • Patrolled to identify anyone needing assistance and offered immediate care.
  • Contacted emergency personnel and provided aid while waiting for further assistance.
Education and Training
Expected in to to Associate of Applied Science | Medical Information Technology Southcentral Kentucky Community And Technical College, Bowling Green, KY GPA:
Languages
Croatian:
Limited
Negotiated:
Certifications
  • Certified Nursing Assistant - 2015

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School Attended

  • Southcentral Kentucky Community And Technical College

Job Titles Held:

  • Home Health Aide
  • Home Health Aide
  • Personal Care Assistant
  • School Bus Monitor

Degrees

  • Associate of Applied Science

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