ANDREA BRAHAM
East Orange,USA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Home Health Aide with over5 years of experience providing exceptional care to elderly residents in assisted living settings. Proficient in medication management, wound care, and chronic disease management. Skilled in conducting assessments, developing personalized care plans, and assisting with daily living activities (ADLs) to ensure residents’ safety, comfort, and dignity. Known for strong interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with residents and their families. Seeking to leverage my expertise and passion for geriatric care in a dynamic home health or assisted living environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assisted Living Aide
Executive Homecare
Freehold, New Jersey
01.2018 - 04.2024
- Provide comprehensive care to elderly residents, assisting with ADLs such as bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility
- Administer and manage medications per care plans, ensuring accurate dosages and maintaining meticulous documentation
- Conduct assessments of residents’ physical and emotional conditions, promptly addressing changes to enhance well-being
- Deliver wound care, including cleaning, dressing changes, and infection control, promoting optimal healing outcomes
- Maintain a clean and safe environment through light housekeeping and adherence to infection control protocols
- Support residents’ ambulation and repositioning to prevent pressure sores and enhance comfort
- Foster positive relationships with residents and families, providing emotional support and effective communication
Home Health Aide
Affordable senior home care
Toms River, NJ
04.2013 - 07.2018
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises and assisted with daily physical therapy routines.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
Education
Certified Homemaker Home Health Aide -
Instacare Training Centre
East Orange, NJ08.2022
Certification - Assisted Living and Patient Care
Bestcare Training Institute
Newark, NJ01.2013
High School Diploma -
Aabuthnott Gallimore High
[Location]01.1992
Skills
- Personalized Care Planning
- Medication Management and Reminders
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care
- Wound Care and Infection Control
- Patient Advocacy and Support
- Mobility and Repositioning Assistance
- Light Housekeeping and Organization
- Effective Communication and Team Collaboration
- Medication administration
Certification
- New Jersey Certified Homemaker-Home Health Aide | Relias, August2022
- CPR and First Aid Certified (if applicable – add details)
Additional Information
- Availability: Flexible with weekday and weekend shifts.
- Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.
- Languages: (Add if you speak additional languages, e.g., English, Spanish).
Timeline
Assisted Living Aide
Executive Homecare
01.2018 - 04.2024
Home Health Aide
Affordable senior home care
04.2013 - 07.2018
Certified Homemaker Home Health Aide -
Instacare Training Centre
Certification - Assisted Living and Patient Care
Bestcare Training Institute
High School Diploma -
Aabuthnott Gallimore High