Christine Parkos
Faribault,Minnesota
Summary
Caring [Job Title] dedicated to offering comprehensive personal support. Talented in cooking meals, organizing schedules and updating documentation. Strong knowledge of emotional, physical and social support strategies.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Faribault Senior Living
01.2019 - 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- 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.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- 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.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by healthcare providers, improving patient comfort and mobility.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations including non-English speakers or individuals with cognitive impairments.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
Education
No Degree - Health Unit Coordination, Marketing Management
South Central College
Faribault, MN12.2024
Skills
- Medication pass
- Client documentation
Certification
First Aid
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Faribault Senior Living
01.2019 - Current
No Degree - Health Unit Coordination, Marketing Management
South Central College
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