Affiong Nneka Tumba -Amaku
5940 Silver Lake Road Apt 29,Reno
Summary
Skilled in medication administration and compassionate client care, I enhanced patient health outcomes by 70%at Home Instead Care. Leveraging meal preparation and empathetic support, I fostered independence and wellbeing, adhering to clinical quality standards and ensuring safety through meticulous care plan management and vital signs monitoring.
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Care Aide
Able Abilities
- Provided companionship to patients, fostering positive relationships and emotional wellbeing.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks as needed, creating a clean and comfortable environment for patients to thrive in.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Delivered skilled personal care assistance such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting support which enhanced hygiene levels for patients.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Conducted routine health monitoring, including vital signs and symptom tracking, reporting any changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Utilized adaptive equipment as needed to assist patients in completing daily tasks safely and effectively.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Promoted mental stimulation by engaging patients in meaningful conversations and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Managed medication schedules for patients, ensuring proper administration and adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Facilitated transportation for medical appointments and errands, supporting patient mobility and access to necessary services.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing attentive and personalized home care services.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Increased family satisfaction by maintaining open communication about patient progress and needs.
- Improved overall patient health through the implementation of proper nutrition plans and meal preparation assistance.
- Regularly participated in ongoing training sessions which contributed towards staying updated on relevant industry trends leading to improved performance.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Ensured patient safety by conducting regular home assessments, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective measures.
- Responded promptly during emergency situations following established protocols that ultimately kept the clients safe from harm.
- Coordinated with medical professionals during home visits ensuring seamless continuation of prescribed care plans.
- Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
Caregiver
Home Instead Care
11.2013 - 04.2022
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
- Efficiently organized schedules for multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
French Interpreter
Private Practice
05.2012 - 11.2013
- Enabled effective cross-cultural communication through accurate simultaneous interpretation during high-stakes meetings and conferences.
- Facilitated clear communication between medical professionals and patients by accurately interpreting complex medical terms into layman''s language.
- Expanded global outreach of businesses by translating website content into French, making it accessible to a broader audience.
- Streamlined workflow by proofreading translated texts to ensure accuracy and consistency in terminology usage.
- Strengthened client relationships by providing personalized French language tutoring sessions to enhance their communication abilities.
- Maintained confidentiality while interpreting sensitive information during legal proceedings, fostering trust among clients.
- Served as a liaison between non-French speaking individuals or groups during events or workshops that require language assistance.
- Enhanced communication by providing accurate and timely French interpretation services during meetings, conferences, and presentations.
- Enabled seamless collaboration among diverse teams by providing mediation through precise interpretation of ideas between English and French-speaking members.
- Assisted clients in overcoming language barriers by offering culturally sensitive translation of written documents.
- Interpreted conversations between foreign language-speaking clients and others.
- Assisted foreign language-speaking clients with inquiries.
- Interpreted spoken and written languages other than English and vice versa.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread translated documents for accuracy.
- Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
Education
Surgical Technician
Dignity College of Healthcare
Riverside, CASkills
- Meal preparation
- Client documentation
- Medication administration
- Patient transportation
- Housekeeping
- Progress documentation
- First aid and safety
- Recording vital signs
- Care plan management
- Behavior redirection
- Patient care
- Care plan assessment
- Clinical quality program standards
- Behavioral management
- Case management
- Care plan adherence
- Client safety and first aid
- State regulations
- Compassionate client care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Quality program protocols
- Medication organization
- Medical charting
- Vital signs monitoring
- Behavioral support
- Documentation
- ADL support
- Ambulation assistance
Certification
Medications management certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Caregiver
Home Instead Care
11.2013 - 04.2022
French Interpreter
Private Practice
05.2012 - 11.2013
Home Care Aide
Able Abilities
Surgical Technician
Dignity College of Healthcare
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