ALMA McCLASKEY
Essex,MD
Summary
Compassionate Caregiver skilled in personal care, health monitoring, and emotional support. Expertise in enhancing patient well-being while ensuring safety compliance and effective communication. Experienced in delivering personal care and training staff, promoting independence and emotional well-being in diverse populations. Strong work ethic and adaptability facilitate quick mastery of new skills and effective, unsupervised work.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
care giver
Cottages of PerryHall
Perry Hall, Maryland
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored resident health and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents and staff.
- Enhanced resident well-being by providing companionship and emotional support during daily interactions.
- Trained new caregivers on best practices and safety procedures.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Promoted client independence by supporting development of self-care skills in bathing, grooming, and toileting.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Fostered safe and positive living environments by effectively communicating client concerns with family and staff.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Monitored compliance with laws, regulations, and standards for home health care services.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
Community Health Nurse
Department of Health
Legazpi City, Albay, Philippines
03.2012 - 12.2015
- Conducted health assessments for community members, identifying critical health needs to inform targeted interventions.
- Developed and implemented health education programs for diverse populations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care services effectively.
- Monitored immunization records, ensuring compliance with state regulations and enhancing community health outcomes.
- Provided counseling on preventive health measures and lifestyle changes.
- Facilitated community outreach initiatives, promoting health awareness and improving access to essential healthcare services.
- Supported public health campaigns to improve community wellness and engagement.
- Counseled patients regarding lifestyle changes needed for improved health outcomes.
- Provided immunizations according to established protocols while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Participated in community outreach activities providing health screenings at local events.
- Educated patients about their diseases, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
- Monitored patients' progress by collecting vital signs such as height, weight, blood pressure and pulse rate.
- Collaborated with public health departments to develop strategies for promoting healthy behaviors in the community.
- Developed treatment plans for individual patients, accounting for special needs of patient, physician diagnoses, and recommendations and patient's desired outcomes.
- Conducted home visits to evaluate the physical condition of clients in their homes.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions by comparing pre-and post-intervention data.
- Assisted with development of educational materials related to community health topics.
- Assessed patient's needs and developed care plans to address identified issues.
- Identified risk factors associated with communicable diseases through contact tracing investigations.
head nurse hemodialysis department
Dee Hwa Liong Medical Foundation
Angeles City, Pampanga,Philippines
08.2004 - 02.2012
- Supervised nursing staff to enhance patient care delivery and ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges for efficient workflow management.
- Trained new nurses on hospital procedures and patient care techniques.
- Collaborated with physicians to create individualized patient care plans.
- Served as a mentor for new nurses by providing training sessions on topics such as infection control measures or proper medication administration techniques.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies for optimal resource availability.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare teams and patients to improve overall patient experience and satisfaction.
- Ensured quality assurance standards were met by monitoring staffing levels, evaluating performance of nursing staff and providing feedback as needed.
- Oversaw delivery of high-quality, cost-effective care with focus on patient safety, comfort and dignity.
- Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to deliver quality care.
- Maintained comprehensive patient care plans and monitored staffs' implementation of physician's orders.
- Monitored implementation of care plans for entire unit.
- Provided compassionate care to all patients regardless of age, gender or culture background.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, patients and families regarding treatments plans or medical information.
- Attended professional development seminars and workshops related to new technology or best practices in healthcare.
- Reviewed laboratory test results to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment plans were being followed according to established protocols.
- Initiated emergency procedures whenever necessary based on hospital protocol guidelines.
- Provided guidance and support to nursing staff, promoting adherence to policies and enhancing care quality.
Hemodialysis Nurse
DEE HWA LIONG MEDICAL FOUNDATION
ANGELES CITY, PAMPANGA, PHILIPPINES
07.2003 - 08.2004
- Administered hemodialysis treatments to patients in a clinical setting.
- Monitored vital signs and responded to patient needs during procedures.
- Educated patients on dialysis processes and self-care techniques.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Provided direct patient care in the dialysis unit, including pre and post-treatment evaluation of patients.
- Monitored fluid balance of patients during hemodialysis treatments to ensure safe removal or replacement of fluids as prescribed by physician orders.
- Identified and addressed potential problems during treatment sessions to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments given throughout each session using established criteria.
- Educated patients on disease process, diet restrictions, and lifestyle changes to effectively manage chronic kidney disease.
- Documented patient progress and treatment details in electronic records.
- Maintained equipment and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted with setting up dialysis machines, preparing solutions for hemodialysis treatments and ensuring proper functioning of equipment.
- Administered medications as ordered by the physician according to hospital policy and procedure guidelines.
- Reported any abnormal findings or changes in condition immediately to attending physicians or charge nurses.
- Consulted with nephrologists regarding complex cases requiring specialized medical interventions.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to patients and families.
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance care strategies and improve outcomes for ESRD patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments provided including medications administered, laboratory values obtained and any adverse reactions experienced by the patient.
Education
Master of Arts -
Philippine Womens University
Manila, Philippines06-2015
Bachelor of Science -
Bicol University College of Nursing
Tabaco City, Philipines04-2003
High School Diploma -
Naga National High School
Naga,Tiwi,Albay, Philippines03-1994
Skills
- personal care
- health monitoring
- patient documentation
- safety compliance
- nurse collaboration
- training new staff
- community outreach
- attention to detail
- time management
- effective communication
- problem solving
- critical thinking
- emotional support
Languages
English
Professional
Filipino
Professional
Bicol
Professional
Certification
Licensed Nurse - Philippine Regulation Commission
Timeline
care giver
Cottages of PerryHall
05.2024 - Current
Community Health Nurse
Department of Health
03.2012 - 12.2015
head nurse hemodialysis department
Dee Hwa Liong Medical Foundation
08.2004 - 02.2012
Hemodialysis Nurse
DEE HWA LIONG MEDICAL FOUNDATION
07.2003 - 08.2004
Master of Arts -
Philippine Womens University
Bachelor of Science -
Bicol University College of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Naga National High School