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CHRISTINE KARANJA
FORT WORTH,Texas
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at Remarkable Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, specializing in personalized care plans and emotional support. Proven ability in medication management and health monitoring, enhancing patient well-being. Skilled in conflict resolution and fostering strong family communication, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for residents.
Caregiving professional with extensive experience delivering compassionate and personalized care. Proven ability to manage daily activities and medical needs, fostering supportive and nurturing environment. Known for excellent teamwork and adaptability to changing circumstances, ensuring reliable and flexible support.
Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering 10+ years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Experienced working with children and elderly, with skill anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Sabina Wainoga
Family Caregiver
02.2022 - 03.2025
Job overview
- Provided compassionate personal care, including assistance with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Coordinated medication management, ensuring adherence to prescribed schedules and dosages.
- Developed personalized care plans based on individual needs and preferences, fostering improved well-being.
- Monitored health conditions, reporting changes to healthcare professionals promptly for effective intervention.
- Assisted in mobility support, implementing safety measures to prevent falls and ensure comfort during movement.
- Engaged clients in social activities, promoting mental stimulation and emotional support through companionship.
- Collaborated with family members to communicate needs and preferences effectively, enhancing caregiver-client relationships.
- Managed household tasks efficiently, creating a clean and organized living environment conducive to patient wellbeing.
- Improved patient care by developing personalized care plans and maintaining detailed records of daily activities.
- Supported patient nutrition by preparing healthy meals based on dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Enhanced quality of life for patients with dementia by implementing cognitive stimulation activities tailored to individual needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Self
Home Manager
06.2014 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Managed daily household operations, ensuring seamless functionality and efficiency.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial planning for household expenses, optimizing resource allocation.
- Developed and implemented systems for inventory management, enhancing organization and accessibility.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for home repairs, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Trained family members on household responsibilities, fostering accountability and teamwork.
- Implemented eco-friendly practices in home management, reducing waste and promoting sustainability.
- Oversaw home inventory of supplies and groceries by tracking use and placing new orders.
- Oversaw meal planning and preparation, working closely with dietary staff to accommodate individual needs while promoting healthy eating habits among residents.
- Maintained a safe and comfortable living environment for residents through rigorous property maintenance and inspections.
- Monitored direct care activities for optimal patient protections and infection control standards.
- Spearheaded proactive training strategies to keep staff at forefront of current best practices and safety protocols.
- Handled difficult situations calmly, addressing conflicts between residents or staff with diplomacy and fairness.
- Managed financial aspects of the home, including budgeting, expense tracking, and vendor negotiations to optimize resources.
- Fostered a welcoming atmosphere for visitors by maintaining clean common areas and providing exceptional customer service during tours or family visits.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the home, consistently seeking out new ways to enhance resident quality of life and streamline operational processes.
- Enhanced resident satisfaction by implementing personalized care plans and coordinating daily activities.
Remarkable Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
CNA/ Caregiver
01.2013 - 08.2014
Job overview
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, enhancing their comfort and independence.
- Maintained cleanliness of resident areas, promoting a safe and hygienic environment.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop personalized care plans for residents' needs.
- Provided emotional support to residents and families, fostering a compassionate care atmosphere.
- Educated residents on proper nutrition and hydration to promote overall well-being.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control protocols during patient interactions.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- 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.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to ensure timely interventions by healthcare staff.
- 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.
- 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.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Education
Tarrant County CollegeFort Worth, TX
Associate of Science from Nursing
05-2028
Elite Medical AcademyHurst, TX
No Degree from CNA
08-2010
Miami Killian Senior HighMiami, FL
High School Diploma
06-2009
University Overview
- Honor Roll
- 3.52 GPA
- Future Educators of America Member
Skills
- Personal care assistance
- Medication management
- Care plan development
- Health monitoring
- Mobility support
- Social engagement
- Family communication
- Household management
- Nutritional support
- Cognitive stimulation activities
- Patient transportation
- Infection control standards
- Vital signs monitoring
- Emotional support provision
- Safety protocols compliance
- Conflict resolution skills
- Quality of life enhancement
- Compassionate caregiving
- Emotional support
- Hospice care
- Dementia care
- Geriatric care
- Incontinence care
- Chronic illness management
- Social interaction
- Diabetes management
- Occupational therapy support
- Respite care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Physical therapy support
- Traumatic brain injury care
- Seizure management
- Assistive technology training
- Speech therapy support
- Developmental disability care
- Alzheimer's care
- Meal preparation
- Mobility assistance
- Recreational activities
- Medical equipment operation
- Oxygen therapy
- Fall prevention
- Errand running
- Empathetic listening
- Care team coordination
- Autism support
- Housekeeping
- Time management
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Basic housekeeping
- Elderly care
- Medication and appointment reminders
- Team collaboration
- Documentation
- Compassionate care
- Records maintenance
- First aid and safety
- Patient management
- Chronic disease management
- Client documentation
- Medical records management
- Heavy lifting
- End-of-life care
Certification
- PCA - Personal Care Aide
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
CPR BLS -255411175242
CPR certified at S.W Healthsource
instructor Melanie Myhand
course date was 07/8/2024
RECOMMENDED RENEWAL 07/2026
Timeline
Family Caregiver
Sabina Wainoga
02.2022 - 03.2025
Home Manager
Self
06.2014 - 08.2022
CNA/ Caregiver
Remarkable Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
01.2013 - 08.2014
Tarrant County College
Associate of Science from Nursing
Elite Medical Academy
No Degree from CNA
Miami Killian Senior High
High School Diploma