Caitlin Strauss
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
With a proven track record at Joann Kolb and The Mission, I excel in patient care and care plan management, enhancing client well-being through personalized support and efficient coordination. My expertise includes first aid, emotional support, and a 20% reduction in hospital readmissions, showcasing my commitment to quality care and safety.
Overview
2021
2021
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Caregiver
Joann Kolb
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing for enhanced selfesteem.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Managed patient medications, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Promoted client independence through encouragement and assistance in self-care tasks when appropriate.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to healthcare providers promptly.
- Drove patients to appointments and errands, ensuring their transportation needs were met safely and punctually.
- Maintained detailed records of daily activities, observations, incidents, medication intake-allowing for effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Educated family members about caregiving techniques for continuity of care during caregiver absences or transitions between shifts.
- Facilitated patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and exercises as prescribed by therapists.
- Improved patient nutrition by preparing healthy meals tailored to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Coordinated medical appointments for efficient scheduling and minimized conflicts or overlaps in care provision.
Resident Care Coordinator
The Mission
Peoria, AZ
11.2018 - 01.2021
- Evaluated staff performance regularly through observation, providing constructive feedback for professional growth.
- Coordinated the resident admission and discharge process, ensuring a smooth transition and minimizing stress for residents and families.
- Hired and trained Number new staff members on facility policies, patient care and medicine distribution.
- Advocated for residents'' rights, promoting dignity and respect throughout interactions between staff members and residents.
- Conducted assessments to identify residents'' needs, ensuring appropriate placement within the facility''s programs and services.
- Tracked changes in residents' conditions closely using various assessment tools to update care plans accordingly.
- Facilitated communication among team members, fostering a collaborative work environment for optimal resident support.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to develop individualized care plans, optimizing residents'' quality of life.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by maintaining accurate records and conducting regular audits.
- Ordered lab work and scheduled appointments with doctors, patients and families to discuss results.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent monitoring of residents'' health status and timely intervention.
- Educated families and patients on current facility procedures, medical diagnoses and best courses of action.
- Provided ongoing staff training to maintain high standards of care and ensure adherence to best practices.
- Proactively addressed any potential conflicts among staff members or between staff and residents, fostering a positive work environment conducive to quality care.
- Managed scheduling, staffing, and budgeting effectively to optimize resource allocation across resident care activities.
- Assisted in the development of facility policies and procedures that adhered to state regulations while promoting quality care.
- Enhanced resident well-being by implementing personalized care plans and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Promoted family engagement through regular updates on resident progress and involvement in care planning decisions.
Education
CNA - Nursing
Mountainland Applied Technical College
Lehi, UT05.2008
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Patient care
- Housekeeping duties
- Emotional support
- Meal preparation
- Behavior redirection
- Client documentation
- Medical equipment operation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Medication administration
- Care plan management
- Care plan assessment
- Nutrition management
- Recreational activities
- Physical therapy assistance
- Fall prevention
- Client safety and first aid
Certification
Certified Caregiver
First aide and CPR
Timeline
Resident Care Coordinator
The Mission
11.2018 - 01.2021
Private Caregiver
Joann Kolb
CNA - Nursing
Mountainland Applied Technical College