Amber Green
Detroit,MI
Summary
Accomplished caregiver/med tech with a proven track record at Medilodge, enhancing patient quality of life through compassionate care and efficient medication management. Excelled in building patient relationships and maintaining meticulous records, demonstrating exceptional time management and empathy. Achieved significant improvements in patient well-being and independence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Medilodge
Southfield, MI
05.2022 - 09.2024
- 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 activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- 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.
- 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.
Direct Care Worker/Med Tech
Teper Care
Detroit, MI
03.2020 - 08.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
- Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Facilitated recreational activities for patients that promoted socialization, physical activity, and cognitive stimulation.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, ensuring accurate information was readily available for healthcare providers and family members.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using appropriate de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies when necessary.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and individualized care tailored to their specific needs.
- Administered medications accurately and promptly, adhering to medication schedules and physician instructions.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Ensured clean and comfortable living environments through diligent housekeeping duties catered towards individual preferences whenever possible.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills, and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
Caregiver
Balanced Home Care
Southfield, MA
07.2018 - 03.2020
- 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 patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
Education
Oak Park High School
Oak Park, MI06.2018
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
- Emotional Support
- Strong Ethics
- Meal Preparation
- Relationship Building
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Companionship
- Medical record-keeping
- Medication and Appointment Reminders
- Direct Patient Care
- Documentation
- Client documentation
- Medication Administration
- Patient Management
- Care plan assessment
- Cooking meals
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Medication Management
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Errands
Timeline
Caregiver
Medilodge
05.2022 - 09.2024
Direct Care Worker/Med Tech
Teper Care
03.2020 - 08.2024
Caregiver
Balanced Home Care
07.2018 - 03.2020
Oak Park High School