Christina Kunath
Plattsburgh,NY
Summary
Compassionate Home Health Aide with extensive experience at Champlain Valley Senior Community, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance client independence through personalized care plans and emotional support, ensuring safety and comfort while fostering positive relationships with patients and families.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Champlain Valley Senior Community
Willsboro, NY
12.2020 - Current
Home Health Aide
Private Care
Plattsburgh, NY
02.2014 - 12.2020
- Educated clients and families on health management strategies to promote self-care practices.
- Documented daily care activities accurately, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and service delivery protocols.
- 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 with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans, addressing specific needs and goals of each patient.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by healthcare providers, improving patient comfort and mobility.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
- Managed complex wound care under the supervision of a registered nurse, facilitating timely healing processes.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
- Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals for timely intervention.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, enhancing quality of life for residents.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in client environments, ensuring safety and comfort.
Home Health Aide
Maxim Healthcare
Plattsburgh, NY
03.2018 - 06.2020
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals for timely intervention.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, enhancing quality of life for residents.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in client environments, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for clients.
CNA
CVPH Medical Center
Plattsburgh, NY
07.2004 - 06.2012
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring comfort.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in implementing patient care plans, contributing to overall health improvement.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Advocated for patients' needs, promoting a supportive and compassionate care environment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
CNA
Uhline Lake Placid
Lake Placid, NY
07.2002 - 07.2004
- Supported staff training initiatives, mentoring new CNAs in best practices and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication.
- Streamlined workflow processes by identifying areas for improvement in patient care delivery systems.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring comfort.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting to nursing staff promptly.
- Advocated for patients' needs, promoting a supportive and compassionate care environment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
Math/science
North Country Community College
Saranac, NY05.1999
Skills
- Patient care
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bathing assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Light housekeeping
- First aid and safety
- Mobility support
- Recording vital signs
- Client documentation
- Documentation
- Behavioral support
- Patient transportation
- Home safety assessments
- ADL support
- Wound care
- Care plan assessment
- Interpersonal communication
- Patient transport
- Medication organization
- Behavioral management
- Care plan adherence
- Medication administration
- Behavior redirection
- Schedule management
- Patient advocacy
- Medical charting
- Physical therapy support
- Ambulation assistance
- Progress documentation
- State Driver's license
- Nutrition management
- Chronic disease management
- Safety procedures
- Emotional support
- Bedside care
- Pain management
- Infection control
- Care plan implementation
- Respiratory care
- Client safety and first aid
- State regulations
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Champlain Valley Senior Community
12.2020 - Current
Home Health Aide
Maxim Healthcare
03.2018 - 06.2020
Home Health Aide
Private Care
02.2014 - 12.2020
CNA
CVPH Medical Center
07.2004 - 06.2012
CNA
Uhline Lake Placid
07.2002 - 07.2004
Math/science
North Country Community College