Antonio J Watson
Washington ,Dc
Summary
Dedicated Home Health Aide with a proven track record at Assisting Hands, adept in patient care and emotional support, significantly enhancing patient quality of life. Expert in nutrition management and interpersonal communication, consistently adapting care strategies to meet changing needs. Achieved a notable improvement in patient well-being through compassionate, personalized assistance.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home-health-aide
Assisting Hands
09.2017 - 06.2019
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eastern High School
Washington DC 06.2001
Skills
- Patient care
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bathing assistance
- Housekeeping
- Dressing assistance
- Light housekeeping
- First aid and safety
- Care plan management
- Mobility support
- Recording vital signs
- Client documentation
- Documentation
- Behavioral support
- Patient transportation
- ADL support
- Home safety assessments
- Wound care
- Interpersonal communication
- Care plan assessment
- Patient transport
- Medication organization
- Behavioral management
- Care plan adherence
- Medication administration
- Behavior redirection
- Schedule management
- Patient advocacy
- Medical charting
- Physical therapy support
- Ambulation assistance
- Progress documentation
- State Driver's license
- Nutrition management
- Clinical quality program standards
- Chronic disease management
- Case management
- Patient education
- Safety procedures
- Emotional support
- Transportation assistance
- Bedside care
- Pain management
- Infection control
- Crisis intervention
- Care plan implementation
- Respiratory care
- Mobility activities
- Client safety and first aid
- Case management experience
- Community activities
- Dementia support
- Patient lifting techniques
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Social interaction facilitation
Accomplishments
- Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
- Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of Number in the development of Project name.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of Number staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results.
- Achieved Result by introducing Software for Type tasks.
Affiliations
- Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
- International Association of Administrative Professionals
- National Association of Social Workers
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- American Medical Informatics Association
- Freemason
- Project Management Institute
- American Society of Safety Professionals
- Association of Information Technology Professionals
- APICS – Association for Supply Chain Management
- Jaycees
- Society of Human Resource Management
- Toastmasters
Certification
- Occupational Therapy Aide Certificate – American Occupational Therapy Association.
- General Infection Control Training Course — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or similar bodies.
- Palliative Care Certification – Hospice & Palliative Credentialing Center.
- Long-Term Care Administration License – National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards.
- Health Information Technician Certificate – American Health Information Management Association.
- Personal Care Aide Certification (PCA) - Various state health departments or private organizations.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) — American Heart Association.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Home-health-aide
Assisting Hands
09.2017 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Eastern High School