Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, empathetic, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills. Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level clinical medical position to help launch career while achieving company goals.
Skills
Meal Planning and Preparation
Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
Patient Care
Cleaning
Patient Management
Tactful Communication
Patient Bathing
Household Tasks
Compassionate Care
Nutrition planning
Medical Records Management
Behavior Management
Chronic disease management
Patient Assessments
Progress documentation
Behavioral Management
Care plan assessment
Verbal and written communication skills
Flexible schedule and availability
Work History
Personal Care Assistant, 05/2018 to Current Merakey – Kentwood, MI,
Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching and strength building.
Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
Used planners to maintain records of services performed and apparent condition of patients.
Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
Used HHA Exchange to maintain records of services performed and apparent condition of patients.
Home Health Aide, 03/2021 to 08/2021 Samaritan Health System – Star Lake, NY,
Traveled to patients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
Assisted disabled patientz to support independence and well-being.
Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
Used Exchange app to maintain records of services performed and apparent condition of patients.
Home Health Aide, 11/2020 to 02/2021 Samaritan Health System – Watertown, NY,
Traveled to patients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Assisted disabled patients to support independence and well-being.
Completed entries in the care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
Education
Diploma: Visual Arts, Expected in 06/2017 The High School of Art And Design - 231-249 E 56th St, New York, NY 10022, GPA:
Certifications
HHA - Home Health Aide
Foundation of Health and Safety
Prevention and Identification of Brain Injuries, Including abusive head trauma
Preventing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and Promoting Safe Sleeping
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