Anderea Tookes
Spring Valley,CA
Summary
Compassionate professional in personal care, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in elderly support, disability care, and health monitoring. Excel using empathy, communication, and time management to enhance client well-being and comfort.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
San Diego, CA
03.2018 - Current
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
Education
GED -
Mid City Campus
San Diego, CA06-1994
Skills
- Basic housekeeping
- Direct patient care
- Flexible schedule
- Compassionate client care
- Dependable and responsible
- HIPAA compliance
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Meal preparation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
03.2018 - Current
GED -
Mid City Campus