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Bintu Queewa

Fogelsville,PA

Summary

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. 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.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver

Lifepath
Bethlehem, PA
10.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
  • Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
  • Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
  • Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
  • Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.

CNA/ Caregiver

Maple Glen Memory Care
Glen Ellyn, IL
04.2016 - 07.2023
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
  • Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
  • 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.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.

Caregiver

Belmont Village
Wheaton, IL
02.2015 - 07.2017
  • 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.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • 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.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
  • Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
  • Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
  • Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.

Education

High School Diploma -

Glenbard East High School
Lombard, IL
06-2015

Health Care

Lehigh Carbon Community College
Schnecksville, PA

Skills

  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Meal Preparation
  • Care Plan Adherence
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Patient Companionship
  • Behavioral Management
  • Documentation
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Compassionate client care
  • Incident Reporting
  • Mobility Assistance
  • ADL Assistance
  • Medication and Appointment Reminders
  • Incapacitation care
  • Dementia Care
  • Special Needs Care
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Supportive Companionship
  • Daily living assistance
  • Medication Administration
  • Housekeeping
  • Client documentation
  • Time Management
  • Client Transportation
  • PPE Usage
  • Patient Management
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Care plan assessment
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Elderly Care
  • Community activities
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Strong Ethics
  • Patient Care
  • Relationship Building
  • Emotional Support
  • Heavy Lifting
  • COVID-19 Safety Policies
  • Problem-Solving
  • First aid and safety
  • Hoyer Lifting Equipment
  • Knowledge of state regulations
  • Disability Support

Affiliations

  • Am a working mom and currently going to school for nursing full time.

Certification

  • I have my CNA license, and also am CPR certified.

Timeline

Caregiver

Lifepath
10.2023 - Current

CNA/ Caregiver

Maple Glen Memory Care
04.2016 - 07.2023

Caregiver

Belmont Village
02.2015 - 07.2017

High School Diploma -

Glenbard East High School

Health Care

Lehigh Carbon Community College

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