CATHERINE WAMULONGO
Burlington,MA
Summary
Dedicated Certified Caregiver with a proven track record at YAMBA CARE, enhancing patient well-being through compassionate care and meticulous attention to hygiene maintenance. Skilled in medication administration and behavioral management, I significantly improved patient comfort and safety. Leveraging strong interpersonal skills, I fostered a positive environment, contributing to the overall health and independence of clients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Caregiver
MMH HEALTH CARE LLC
07.2024 - Current
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Certified Caregiver
YAMBA CARE
04.2021 - 11.2022
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Certified Caregiver
CONVENIENT HEALTH CARE
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements, prioritizing patient health while respecting personal preferences.
- Promoted mental stimulation through engaging conversations, games, puzzles, or other activities suited to the cognitive abilities of each patient.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices within caregiving profession.
- Assisted with daily living activities for enhanced patient wellbeing.
- Conducted safety checks on a regular basis, ensuring a safe environment for both patients and caregivers.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and comfortable living environment for patients.
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or social outings as needed by the clients.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
MAKERERE UNIVERSITY
UGANDA KAMPALA03-2000
Skills
- Bathing assistance
- Patient care
- Vital sig
- Alzheimer's care
- Feeding assistance
- Meal preparation
- Dementia care
- Medication administration
- Transfer techniques
- Behavioral management
- Behavior redirection
- Mobility assistance
- Hygiene maintenance
- Recreational activities
- Progress documentation
- Toileting assistance
Timeline
Certified Caregiver
MMH HEALTH CARE LLC
07.2024 - Current
Certified Caregiver
CONVENIENT HEALTH CARE
07.2021 - 06.2022
Certified Caregiver
YAMBA CARE
04.2021 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Education
MAKERERE UNIVERSITY
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