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Ana Qereqeretabua

Novato,CA

Summary

Skilled in patient care and interpersonal communication, I significantly enhanced patient independence and quality of life at Danny Hansen. Expert in medication management and providing emotional support, I adeptly balanced personal and professional demands, achieving a 90% patient satisfaction rate. My proactive approach and dedication to healthcare education set me apart in elder and special needs care. Caring [Job Title] dedicated to offering comprehensive personal support. Talented in cooking meals, organizing schedules and updating documentation. Strong knowledge of emotional, physical and social support strategies. Compassionate individual with experience supporting elderly and ill people with in-home care. Promotes understanding attitude and compassionate nature to achieve comfortable and welcoming environment for patients. Healthcare professional and home companion with strong history of providing support to clients within business environments to deliver comprehensive administrative assistance. Providing knowledge of clerical tasks, project support, scheduling, time management, assignment prioritization and customer service. Quickly resolving issues, handling conflicting priorities, remaining flexible and striving to exceed organizational goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Knowledgeable Home Health Aide delivers high-quality care to individuals. Creates safe and secure environment while assisting with daily living activities. Offers friendly and understanding attitude.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Health Aide

Danny Hansen
Turlock, CA
08.2023 - 07.2024
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Dispensing medication, meal preparations.
  • Reporting any changes in his health to family.

Personal Assistant, Caregiver

Sue Zimmerman
San Anselmo, Ca
07.2021 - 08.2022
  • Performed caregiving tasks such as meal prep, stand by assistance with ensuring ADLS,
  • Managed food snooping and all other house supplies
  • Accompany client on travels for outings, shoppings to mall and there places of interests
  • More hands on care total dependent care when patient declined and all thru hospice.
  • Reported all changes to family as well as charting
  • Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.

Home Health Aide

Case Mnagement For Seniors
Santa Rosa, CA
05.1998 - 03.2010
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
  • Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
  • Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans, addressing specific needs and goals of each patient.
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by healthcare providers, improving patient comfort and mobility.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Assisted with end-of-life care.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
  • Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.

Education

Certificate In Secretarial Studie

Educated Abroad )
Fiji Islands

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Meal Preparation
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Housekeeping
  • Dressing assistance
  • Light Housekeeping
  • First aid and safety
  • Mobility support
  • Recording vital signs
  • Client documentation
  • ADL support
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Medication organization
  • Medication Administration
  • Schedule Management
  • Medical Charting
  • Physical therapy support
  • Nutrition management
  • State regulations knowledge
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Elder Care
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
  • Special Needs Care
  • Dementia Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Hospice Care
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Emergency Response
  • Medication Management
  • Healthcare Education
  • Stroke Patient Care
  • [Language] Fluency

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Home Health Aide

Danny Hansen
08.2023 - 07.2024

Personal Assistant, Caregiver

Sue Zimmerman
07.2021 - 08.2022

Home Health Aide

Case Mnagement For Seniors
05.1998 - 03.2010

Certificate In Secretarial Studie

Educated Abroad )
Ana Qereqeretabua