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IN-HOME CAREGIVER
Summary
Reliable Home Health Caregiver certified in California. Current certifications in First Aid, CPR and BLS. Knowledge of proper feeding, grooming and wound care procedures. Continuing to pursue certifications and training in courses related to the field. Skilled at providing mobility and personal care support, administering medications and organizing appointments. Diligent about keeping personal areas clean and organized for client safety. Experience dealing with MS and Dementia patients.
Skills
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Experience
In-Home Caregiver / Volunteers Of America - Greater New Orleans - Baton Rouge , LA10/2018 - 10/2019
- Administered medications to clients on schedule following prescription instructions.
- Performed light housework, including cleaning and running loads of laundry.
- Prepared and served meals to meet dietary needs and instructions.
- Assisted clients with daily personal care activities such as bathing, dressing and restroom use.
- Recorded and reported changes in client health or behavior. Including physical, mental and emotional.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and supported with mobility issues.
- Interacted with clients to offer companionship by leading engaging conversations and activities.
- Completed errands for clients such as grocery shopping.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to efficiently handle basic needs.
- Assisted patients with transitioning between beds, wheelchairs and automobiles, providing consistent and safe mobility support.
- Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans, including shopping for ingredients and cooking dishes.
- Pleasantly greeted patients and families and displayed enthusiastic, compassionate attitude, effectively establishing long-term professional relationships.
- Provided mental and emotional support to keep clients happy and healthy.
- Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions, reporting any health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Maintained strong knowledge of medications and medical terminology through continued education and seminars.
- Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times.
- Assisted elderly clients with personal hygiene and other daily activities, including bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
In-Home Care Provider / IHSS Of Sacramento County - City , STATE08/2016 - 01/2019
- Led physical therapy activities such as upper body low impact strengthening and full body stretches to help patients regain range of motion, build muscle and heal injuries.
- Organized personal and professional calendars.
- Coached patients on multiple sclerosis at-home care, adjusting plans and schedules based on patient conditions, needs and overall health.
- Prepared food and helped patients eat to support healthy nutrition.
- Educated families and patients on potential plans for MS care, including short term and long term care options.
- Cared for wounds by changing bandages, dressings and binders to promote healing.
- Assisted patients with bladder and bowel needs by helping to restroom, holding upright bedpans and disposing of waste.
- Liaised between doctors and patients about care plans, progress and changing health conditions.
- Kept detailed records of patient care, tracked progress, medication administration and changes in health or other conditions.
- Changed bed linens, made bed and laundered soiled linens to keep patients' bed clean.
- Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Coordinated and planned special projects at clients' homes.
- Checked mail and received packages.
- Communicated client project requirements to vendors and contractors to ensure client satisfaction.
- Managed household budgets and allocated expenditures for groceries, property and home maintenance, and bill payments.
- Ambulated patients in personal spaces, across facilities and in public locations with supportive care and attention to personal requirements.
- Oversaw and planned resident schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits.
Resident Council-Liaison to the Board / Serna Village-Volunteer Position - City , STATE11/2013 - 08/2016
- Transformed departmental operations through aggressive process overhaul and attention to quality.
- Revitalized fundraising plans and realigned nonprofit objectives to increase overall donations.
- Maintained up to date understanding of local, regional, national and international news and developments.
- Upheld strong constituent relations with public meetings, community events and robust feedback system through office staff.
- Wrote legislation and amendments, set policies and oversaw budgets.
- Built and deepened partnerships with local politicians and government officials to more effectively carry out agendas.
- Collaborated in development of new policies and rewriting the bylaws and procedures.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to budget problems.
- Handled all delegated tasks, including staff meetings and event planning.
- Completed holiday fundraising projects annually.
- Improved operations by working with team members and residents to find workable solutions.
- Recognized by team leaders for providing exceptional customer service.
- Performed site evaluations, resident surveys and team audits.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers and vendors when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new crowd-funding opportunities.
Education and Training
Twin Rivers Adult School - City, State06/2018High School Diploma
Phlebotomy USA - CityCPT1: Phlebotomy
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School Attended
- Twin Rivers Adult School
- Phlebotomy USA
Job Titles Held:
- In-Home Caregiver
- In-Home Care Provider
- Resident Council-Liaison to the Board
Degrees
- Twin Rivers Adult School -
City,
State
06/2018 High School Diploma
Phlebotomy USA - City CPT1 : Phlebotomy
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