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April Frizzell

Loiuisville,KY

Summary

Motivated caergiver trained in mobility assistance, personal hygiene support and housekeeping. Monitors medical conditions and works with healthcare providers to optimize care. Focuses on comfort and emotional support and meets physical needs. Experienced caregiver skilled at minimizing hassles and alleviating client concerns through proactive schedule coordination. Demonstrates proper attention to personal hygiene and dress. Proficient in event planning and household administration. Observant caregiver with successful background delivering heartfelt care to residents. Compassionate and service-oriented individual well-educated in medication administration and schedule management. Outstanding knowledge of first aid and CPR. Reliable personal care professional bringing 7 years of experience in Personal Care Assistant roles. Skilled in addressing physical and mental disabilities and monitoring needs for convalescent patients. Trusted to care for patients at varying stages of life. Dependable caregiver with excellent organization skills demonstrated through history of managing client daily activities, appointments and medication needs. Well-versed in administering medication and monitoring nutrition. Trusted to oversee patients in challenging medical states. Devoted personal care professional skilled in fostering client health and convenience through assisting with daily activities and health needs. Driven to promote healthy habits to encourage client well-being by demonstrating healthy habits. Dedicated to applying emerging techniques to derive best possible outcomes. Multi-talented Personal Care Aide with 7 years supporting patients with tasks of daily living. Skilled at caring for patients' healthcare needs, grooming, bathing and light housekeeping. Professional and clear communicator when instructing and assisting patients as well as when reporting information to supervisors. Compassionate home healthcare professional offering demonstrated success in aligning daily activities with care plans and expediently reporting any client status changes. Promotes formation of habits for sustainable health improvement. In-depth knowledge of behavior redirection strategies. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Caregiver

Gathering Club
Louisville, KY
04.2023 - Current
  • Provided personal care and companionship to elderly clients in their homes.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Participated in leisure activities with clients including playing cards, reading books, going for walks.
  • Monitored client health status by recognizing changes in physical or mental condition and reporting them to the appropriate personnel.
  • Provided emotional support for elderly clients dealing with loneliness or depression.
  • Transported clients to medical appointments or other errands as needed.
  • Communicated regularly with family members regarding client's health condition and progress towards goals set out in the care plan.
  • Maintained a clean environment for the safety of clients while following infection control guidelines.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations related to home healthcare services.
  • Conducted light housekeeping duties such as laundry, vacuuming and dusting.

Senior Caregiver

Brightstar Healthcare
Louisville, KY
03.2019 - 04.2023
  • Provided personal care and companionship to elderly clients in their homes.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Participated in leisure activities with clients including playing cards, reading books, going for walks.
  • Monitored client health status by recognizing changes in physical or mental condition and reporting them to the appropriate personnel.
  • Developed individualized care plans according to client needs and preferences.
  • Provided emotional support for elderly clients dealing with loneliness or depression.
  • Transported clients to medical appointments or other errands as needed.
  • Communicated regularly with family members regarding client's health condition and progress towards goals set out in the care plan.
  • Maintained a clean environment for the safety of clients while following infection control guidelines.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations related to home healthcare services.
  • Conducted light housekeeping duties such as laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
  • Accompanied clients on shopping trips or social events if requested.
  • Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
  • Engaged clients by conversing and participating in activities and hobbies.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
  • Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.

Caregiver

Lifeline Home Care
Louisville, KY
02.2017 - 03.2019
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
  • Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
  • Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
  • Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Clinical Assisting

Spencerian College - Louisville
Louisville, KY

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Compassionate Care
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Client Documentation
  • Patient Assistance
  • Medication Management
  • Mobility Support
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Emotional Support
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Community Activities
  • Recreational Activities
  • Time Management
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Care Plan Management
  • Client Safety and First Aid
  • Activities of Daily Living
  • Patient Companionship
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Relationship Building
  • Meal Preparation
  • Safe Patient Transportation
  • First Aid and Safety
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Data Confidentiality
  • Progress Documentation
  • Housekeeping Duties
  • Palliative Care
  • Care Plan Assessment
  • Compassionate Caregiving

Languages

English
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Caregiver

Gathering Club
04.2023 - Current

Senior Caregiver

Brightstar Healthcare
03.2019 - 04.2023

Caregiver

Lifeline Home Care
02.2017 - 03.2019

Some College (No Degree) - Clinical Assisting

Spencerian College - Louisville
April Frizzell