Brooke Benes
Erie,PA
"We rise by lifting others"
Robert Ingersoll
Summary
Highly compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing exceptional personalized care to individuals with diverse needs including the elderly, disabled and those with chronic conditions. Proven expertise in managing complex medical needs, assisting with daily living activities, and fostering strong client relationships, consistently delivering high quality care while maintaining a positive and supportive environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Independence Care
Erie, PA
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Cared for patient by providing personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and incontinent care, as well as basic household chores.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of client.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diet.
- Assisted in range of motion exercise routines for client.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Administered medications as instructed by physician.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time.
- Proficient in utilizing Hoyer/Mechanical lift to safely transfer patient.
- Demonstrated exceptional patience and empathy while assisting with daily living activities, ensuring the clients dignity and comfort.
Home Services Supervisor
Vineyard Home Care
Erie, PA
09.2018 - 01.2022
- Supervised a team of 7-10 employees in daily operations.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks.
- Recruited, hired, trained, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
- Organized special events such as holiday parties, weekend barbeques, client birthday parties or movie nights for patients and employees.
- Managed all grocery shopping for the household, ensuring a consistent supply of fresh food according to patients dietary needs.
- Demonstrated flexibility by readily taking on additional shifts to ensure adequate staffing levels.
- Quickly identified and resolved issues related to client behavior, or health changes.
- Demonstrated flexibility in catering to different personalities and interpersonal dynamics within the home.
- Demonstrated strong advocacy skills by actively researching and connecting patients with appropriate free community programs to address their needs.
- Collaborated with Healthcare teams to streamline appointment scheduling and optimize patient flow and health.
Education
Certificate -
05-2024
GED -
09-1997
Skills
- Client documentation
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Care Plan Management
- Feeding Assistance
- Ambulation Assistance
- Recording vital signs
- Personal care services
- Medication Administration
- Experience working with diverse disabilities and behaviors
- Proficient in operating Hoyer/Mechanical lift
- Team Building
- Patient Advocacy
- Exceptional patience, empathy and adaptability
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
English
Native language
Interests
Crafting
Drawing
Timeline
Home Health Aide - Independence Care
05.2022 - 10.2023
Home Services Supervisor - Vineyard Home Care
09.2018 - 01.2022
Completed Online Home Care Aide Training Course - Certificate,
Harborcreek High School - GED,
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