Barbara Riddle
Hillsdale,MI
Summary
Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Caregiver
Public Partnerships
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Hospice Aide
Promedica Coldwater Regional Hospital
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
CNA
Hillsdale Community Hospital
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
CNA
Visiting Angels Home Health Care
03.2018 - 08.2020
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
CNA
Cameron Memorial Community Hospital
12.2007 - 05.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
Education
No Degree - Certified Medical Assistant
Im-power Healthcare LLC
Fort Wayne, IN04.2023
No Degree - Certified Nurse Aide
Jackson Career Center
Jackson, MI11.2005
High School Diploma -
Hillsdale High School
Hillsdale, MI07.1991
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Patient Care
- Housekeeping Duties
- Emotional Support
- Meal Preparation
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Organizational abilities
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Medication Administration
- Transportation Services
- Care plan assessment
- Care Plan Management
- Daily living assistance
- Special Needs Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Multitasking and Organization
- Patient Companionship
- Strong Ethics
- Medication and Appointment Reminders
- End of life care
- Elderly Care
- Hoyer Lifting Equipment
- Heavy Lifting
- HIPAA Compliance
- Care Plan Adherence
- PPE Usage
- ADL Assistance
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Timeline
Private Caregiver
Public Partnerships
10.2022 - 04.2024
Hospice Aide
Promedica Coldwater Regional Hospital
06.2021 - 11.2022
CNA
Hillsdale Community Hospital
08.2018 - 09.2020
CNA
Visiting Angels Home Health Care
03.2018 - 08.2020
CNA
Cameron Memorial Community Hospital
12.2007 - 05.2019
No Degree - Certified Medical Assistant
Im-power Healthcare LLC
No Degree - Certified Nurse Aide
Jackson Career Center
High School Diploma -
Hillsdale High School
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