Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Alicia Colon

Kingston,GA

Summary

Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at Quality Private Duty Care, providing compassionate support and promoting independence for clients. Skilled in daily living assistance and medication management, I excel in building strong relationships and ensuring emotional well-being. Committed to maintaining high standards of care while adhering to HIPAA compliance and COVID-19 safety protocols.

Offering nurturing and supportive disposition, eager to learn and develop in caregiving environment. Brings willingness to quickly acquire essential patient care techniques and communication skills. Ready to use and develop empathy and organizational skills in [Desired Position] role.

Reliable and compassionate, always dedicated to providing high-quality care and support. Possesses foundational knowledge in patient care and safety, coupled with basic skills in daily living assistance and communication. Committed to making positive impact on clients' well-being and quality of life.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver

Quality Private Duty Care
08.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • 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 feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.

Education

Graduate Certificate -

Tennessee Technology Institute
Knoxville, TN
02-2006

Graduate Certificate - Travel And Tourism

Ditmore Travel Institute of America
Knoxville, TN
01-1998

Skills

  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Time management
  • Elderly care
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Patient care
  • Daily living assistance
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Housekeeping
  • Strong ethics
  • Meal preparation
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Relationship building
  • Compassionate care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • Patient companionship
  • Dementia care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Medication and appointment reminders
  • Supportive companionship
  • Alzheimer's care
  • Direct patient care
  • Documentation
  • COVID-19 safety policies
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Client documentation
  • ADL assistance
  • Incident reporting
  • Hoyer lifting equipment
  • Compassion and empathy

Certification

  • PCW - Personal Care Worker
  • PCHM - Personal Care Homemaker
  • PCA - Personal Care Aide
  • NCPCT - Patient Care Technician

Timeline

Caregiver

Quality Private Duty Care
08.2023 - Current

Graduate Certificate -

Tennessee Technology Institute

Graduate Certificate - Travel And Tourism

Ditmore Travel Institute of America
Alicia Colon