Beth Askew-Downs
Houston
Summary
Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Caregiver
Webb
Spring, TX
04.2021 - 01.2024
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Developed personalized care plans to address individual needs and goals.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed patient medications, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to healthcare providers promptly.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Improved patient nutrition by preparing healthy meals tailored to dietary restrictions and preferences.
Private Caregiver
Cummings Family
Conroe, TX
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Developed personalized care plans to address individual needs and goals.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
- Managed patient medications, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to healthcare providers promptly.
- Promoted client independence through encouragement and assistance in self-care tasks when appropriate.
- Improved patient nutrition by preparing healthy meals tailored to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Facilitated patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and exercises as prescribed by therapists.
Adult Caregiver
Huntsville Rehabilitation Center
Huntsville, TX
03.2016 - 06.2018
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans, leading to better patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical team, allowing for timely interventions.
- Managed medication schedules for multiple patients, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to prescribed regimens.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering a sense of comfort and trust.
Education
Care Services Management
Axxess Healthcare
Online Courses06.2022
Home Healthcare
American Medical Association
Online Courses07.2019
Skills
- State Regulations Knowledge
- First Aid and Safety
- Client Documentation
- Care Plan Management
- Progress Documentation
- Care Plan Assessment
- Patient Care
- Transportation Services
- Errand Running
- Emotional Support
- Organizational Abilities
- Nutrition Management
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Knowledge
- Meal Preparation
- Housekeeping Duties
- Client Transportation
- Supportive Companionship
- Wound Care
- Errands
Timeline
Private Caregiver
Webb
04.2021 - 01.2024
Private Caregiver
Cummings Family
01.2019 - 03.2021
Adult Caregiver
Huntsville Rehabilitation Center
03.2016 - 06.2018
Care Services Management
Axxess Healthcare
Home Healthcare
American Medical Association