Carla Frazier
Johnstown,PA
Summary
Personal Care Aide experienced in assisting clients with mental impairments or physical limitations to manage everyday tasks. Skilled in geriatric care and providing companionship and direct assistance to cognitively impaired clients. Experienced Care Provider offering over 12 years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Experienced working with children and elderly, with skill anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Personal Care Aide
Integrity Home Health
Johnstown , PA
2019.03 - Current
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
Home Health Care Aide
Bayada Home Health
Johnstown , PA
2017.12 - 2018.09
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
Home Health Aid
Rose Home Health
Johnstown , PA
2015.02 - 2017.09
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Work History
Certificate in Phlebotomy - Phlebotomy
Education
Skills
- Needs Assessment
- First Aid Certification
- Ability to Lift Clients
- Client Records Management
- Patient Ambulation
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Household Cleaning
- Decision Making
- Service Documentation
- Incapacitation care
- Personal Service
- Physical Stamina
- Attentive to People
- Care Planning
- CPR Certification
- Clear Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Diet and Nutrition
Certification
- Certified in CPR and first aid
- DCA - Direct Care Aide
Personal Care Aide - Integrity Home Health
2019.03 - Current
Home Health Care Aide - Bayada Home Health
2017.12 - 2018.09
Home Health Aid - Rose Home Health
2015.02 - 2017.09
(CCPM) Compassionate Care Phlebotomy &medical - Certificate in Phlebotomy, Phlebotomy
- Certified in CPR and first aid
- DCA - Direct Care Aide