Ana Thordsen

• Personal care, dressing/undressing, medication service, light housekeeping, meals plan, mobility transfer, manage appointments, transportation, activities/socialize
• Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
• Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
• Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
• Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
• Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
• Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
• Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
• Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
• Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
• Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
• Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
• Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
• Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
• Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
• Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
• Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
• Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
• Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
• Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
• Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
• Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
• Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
• Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
• Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
• Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
• Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
• Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
• Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
• Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
• Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.

• Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
• Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
• Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
• Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.

High school diploma