Carmella May
Care Giver
Lancaster,CA
Summary
Seasoned Care Provider with 18-year history of working successfully with Dementia & Alzheimer's patients. Highly effective at maintaining highest level of emotional well-being by integrating exercise and social outings into daily life. Kind Caregiver with experience addressing physical and emotional needs. Familiar with scheduling and managing appointments, coordinating household support and offering caring companionship. Well-organized with medications and physically fit to handle any client need. Dedicated Direct Care Worker passionate about helping clients lead fulfilling lives by managing health-related conditions. Knowledgeable about medication administration, appointments and social activities. Well-organized and compassionate with good relationship-building skills. Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with hands-on experience providing companionship and emotional support to residents. Well-versed in accurately documenting vital statistics and health metrics. Committed to creating positive rapport with patients and providing quality patient care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Provider
Carmella Cares
Lancaster , CA
2006.01 - 2024.04
- Provided personal care and companionship to elderly clients in their homes.
- Assisted with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal preparation.
- Administered medications according to instructions from the client's physician.
- Engaged in conversation with clients to provide emotional support and mental stimulation.
- Helped clients maintain a clean and safe living environment by performing household tasks such as laundry and light housekeeping.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other errands as needed.
- Provided assistance with mobility issues by helping patients walk or transfer from one position to another safely.
- Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.
- Prepared healthy meals for to meet unique nutrition needs.
- Participated in recreational activities with clients including reading, playing games, going for walks or attending social events.
- Observed behavioral changes in clients and reported them to the appropriate personnel immediately.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while working with clients in their home environment.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress notes regarding physical condition, medication administration and overall well-being.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients through active listening skills and compassionate understanding of individual needs.
- Followed prescribed care plans created by health professionals when providing services to each client.
- Worked collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team involved in the care of each patient.
- Responded appropriately to emergency situations involving clients while adhering to safety regulations.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene.
- Arrange medication and reminded patients to take each according to correct schedule.
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business
L.A Valley College
Los Angeles, CA1979-06
Skills
- Elderly Care
- Home safety evaluation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Physical therapy assistance
- Exercise Encouragement
- Transportation Assistance
- Personal Care
- Indirect Patient Care
- Emotional Support
- Housekeeping support
- Mobility support
- Recreational Activities
- Direct Patient Care
- Meal Preparation
- Housekeeping
- Patient Assessments
- Mobility Assistance
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Relationship Building
- Problem Resolution
- First Aid/CPR
- Supervision and leadership
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Excellent Communication
- Dependable and Responsible
- Conflict Resolution
- Self-Directed
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Cultural Awareness
- Verbal Communication
- Team Management
- Decision-Making
Affiliations
I have work the last 18 years caring for patients with Alzheimer's & Dementia helping them live a long quality of life. I also educated there families on how to care for there love ones.
Timeline
Care Provider
Carmella Care"s (Owner)
2006.01 - 2024.04
Associate of Arts - Business
L.A Valley College
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