Cherrisha Spence Laird
Brockton,MA
Summary
Compassionate Home Health Aide with extensive experience in personal hygiene assistance, vital signs monitoring, and meal preparation. Skilled in providing comprehensive care, maintaining a safe environment, and supporting patient independence. Brings strong documentation and patient communication skills to enhance patient well-being and overall quality of life.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Ray of Sunshine Home Healthcare
2023.05 - Current
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
Home Health Aide
Whispering Roses
2001.12 - 2023.05
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Managed complex wound care under the supervision of a registered nurse, facilitating timely healing processes.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clancarthy High School
Jamaica06.2005
Skills
- Patient Care
- Meal Preparation
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Housekeeping
- First aid and safety
- Care Plan Management
- Client documentation
- Behavioral support
- Patient transportation
- Home Safety Assessments
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Ray of Sunshine Home Healthcare
2023.05 - Current
Home Health Aide
Whispering Roses
2001.12 - 2023.05
High School Diploma -
Clancarthy High School
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