Catherine Kinyua
Caregiver
Puyallup,WA
Summary
At Totally Living Concert, I fostered significant improvements in elderly clients' well-being through compassionate caregiving and expert dementia care. By encouraging social interaction and providing emotional support, I enhanced residents' quality of life, while my proficiency in health monitoring and medication management ensured their physical needs were meticulously met.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver Attendant
Service Alternative
09.2022 - Current
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced family satisfaction by maintaining open lines of communication and addressing concerns promptly.
- Ensured patient safety through diligent monitoring and adherence to care plans.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Elderly Caregiver Volunteer
Totally Living Concert
09.2021 - Current
- Established trusting relationships with elderly clients, ensuring their emotional needs were met alongside physical care.
- Contributed to increased overall happiness among elderly clients by fostering a positive atmosphere within the caregiving environment.
- Alleviated feelings of isolation among elderly clients by encouraging social interaction both within the facility and with outside community groupsevents.
- Provided mental stimulation for dementia patients through engaging activities designed to slow cognitive decline.
- Enhanced elderly residents'' well-being by providing compassionate care and companionship.
- Ensured a healthy diet for elderly individuals by preparing nutritious meals tailored to dietary restrictions or preferences when needed.
- Promoted physical wellness among residents by assisting in exercise programs specifically designed for older adults.
- Monitored the health status of elderly clients through routine check-ups, promptly addressing any concerns or issues that arose.
- Administered medication accurately and timely according to prescribed schedules, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to guidelines.
- Assisted seniors with mobility challenges by providing necessary support during transfers and ambulation.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, quickly responding to incidents and coordinating appropriate support for elderly clients.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices for eldercare provision, leading to improved service quality for clients served.
- Improved seniors'' quality of life by assisting with daily tasks, such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
- Supported seniors in maintaining their independence by facilitating participation in various activities and social events.
Caregiver
Rodika adult family home
Redmond, WA
10.2018 - 02.2021
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Juja Firm
Kenya06.2011
Skills
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Dementia Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Social interaction
- Emotional Support
- End of life care
- Meal Preparation
- First Aid Training
- Medication Management
- Medical appointment coordination
- Health monitoring
- Relationship Building
- Patient Companionship
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping Duties
- Medication Administration
- Safe Patient Transportation
- Documentation And Reporting
- Data Confidentiality
Timeline
Caregiver Attendant
Service Alternative
09.2022 - Current
Elderly Caregiver Volunteer
Totally Living Concert
09.2021 - Current
Caregiver
Rodika adult family home
10.2018 - 02.2021
Juja Firm
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