Brandy Franks
VA Caregiver. . ..Us . Veterans Association
Merryville,LA
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Elderly Caregiver Store Manager Customer Service
U. S. Veterans Association Popeyes Chicken
06.2020 - Current
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Improved mobility for elderly individuals by assisting with exercises and physical therapy routines.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Provided emotional support to seniors, fostering positive relationships and enhancing their overall mental health.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Supported seniors during nighttime hours by providing assistance and comfort, ensuring a restful night''s sleep.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements for elderly clients while considering their preferences.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing first aid treatment when necessary and alerting medical personnel if required.
- Assisted clients with physical therapy exercises to maintain and improve strength, flexibility and balance.
- Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
- Administered medications following prescribed instructions to alleviate symptoms and discomfort, monitoring client reactions.
- Coordinated closely with family members on updates regarding their loved one''s condition while respecting privacy.
- Assisted clients in maintaining a safe and clean living environment, promoting health and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Promoted independence among elderly clients by teaching them new skills or assisting them in relearning old ones as needed.
- Increased client satisfaction by offering companionship and engaging in meaningful conversations throughout the day.
- Conducted regular home safety checks to identify potential hazards ensuring a secure environment for the elderly.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans for each client, addressing specific needs and goals.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, updating healthcare professionals on any changes or concerns regularly.
- Managed medication administration for clients, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to prescribed schedules.
- Ensured timely completion of errands for clients, including grocery shopping, appointments, and personal affairs management.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Enhanced elderly residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate care and assistance with daily activities.
- Implemented cognitive stimulation techniques like puzzles or memory games helping slow down cognitive decline in senior clients.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Facilitated social interactions among senior residents through group activities, events, and outings.
- Provided transportation services for clients to attend medical appointments or engage in community activities safely.
- Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA regulations while documenting and sharing pertinent information with authorized parties.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Facilitated mobility, aiding residents in moving around to promote physical health.
- Keep track of data dealing with bills and funds. Checks going in and out of account.
- Keep in vital touch with professionals such as lawyers or doctors.. keep time chart or calendar with day to day activities.
- Arrange events for 3 different people.
- Was in food business from 2006 till 2018.
- Was store mngmt. from 2015-2018 left due to family illness.
- Ran shifts
- Made schedules
- Created work charts
- Counted safes and registers
- Became very much a customer related employee.
- Got one of the highest rankings on that store in 20 years.
Education
High School Diploma - Basic
05.1998
Skills
Money Management
People Skill
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver Store Manager Customer Service - U. S. Veterans Association Popeyes Chicken
06.2020 - Current
Sam Houston High - High School Diploma, Basic