Ami Ahavi Tete
Louisville,KY
Summary
Dedicated PCA with expertise in personal hygiene assistance and dementia care. Proven ability to monitor vital signs and ensure HIPAA compliance, fostering a supportive environment for patients.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA
Jewish Hospital
2019.05 - Current
- Provided compassionate care and support to patients in daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient monitoring and vital signs recording.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare team.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
- Mentored new staff on best practices for patient care and safety procedures.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
Direct Support Professional
Hazelwood Center
2009.03 - 2019.05
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans tailored to specific needs of clients.
- Facilitated communication between clients and team members, enhancing collaboration and understanding.
- Trained new staff on best practices for client support and engagement techniques.
- Monitored client behavior and progress, reporting any changes to the appropriate personnel.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
Education
High School Diploma -
Experience
Togo West Africa2004-06
Skills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Behavioral management
- Emotional support
- Dementia care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Emergency response
- End-of-life care
- Transfer techniques
- Seizure precautions
- Patient documentation
- CPR certification
- Basic life support
- Catheter care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
PCA
Jewish Hospital
2019.05 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Hazelwood Center
2009.03 - 2019.05
High School Diploma -
Experience