Akosua Pokua
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Dedicated Home Health Aide skilled in supporting clients with professional communication and superior organization skills. Advanced knowledge of clerical functions, project support, schedule management and customer service. Quick learner accomplished in solving problems through critical thinking and handling conflicting priorities with concise time management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Tri-med home care services
New York, NY
02.2018 - 11.2019
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
- Assisted terminally ill patients with bathing, grooming and dressing.
- Mopped floors, vacuumed, washed dishes and performed other household chores to assist clients.
- Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation and shopping.
- Contributed to patient's independence by teaching skills needed for daily living.
- Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.
- Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Home Health Care Aide
family of katleen maxwell
Family of Katleen Maxwell, MA
01.2016 - 06.2018
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Ran errands for clients and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
- cleaned rooms bathrooms, kitchen, and assisted in feeding
- perform quality cleaning to meet required health Standards
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
Home Health Aide
natale Ethel fourner
Uncasville, MA
06.2008 - 11.2014
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Mopped floors, vacuumed, washed dishes and performed other household chores to assist clients.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Glory High School
Ghana West Africa04.1960
Skills
- Client Safety and First Aid
- Client Documentation
- Behavior Redirection
- Quality Program Protocols
- Performance Assessment
- Linens Management
- Condition Assessment
- Laundry Washing, Drying and Ironing
- Dietary Requirements and Nutrition
- Vital Signs Monitoring
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
- Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Tri-med home care services
02.2018 - 11.2019
Home Health Care Aide
family of katleen maxwell
01.2016 - 06.2018
Home Health Aide
natale Ethel fourner
06.2008 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
Glory High School
- Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)
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