Courtney Tibbs
Options Home and Health Care
Marbury,MD
3
years of professional experience
Dedicated caregiver with a proven track record at Options Home and Health Care, enhancing client independence through compassionate support and effective communication. Skilled in medication management and emotional support, I foster trusting relationships while ensuring safety and dignity. Committed to improving quality of life, I consistently advocate for clients' needs and preferences.
Work History
Caregiver
3 Years 1 Month- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Implemented personalized care plans to meet individual client needs and preferences.
- Monitored client health conditions, reporting changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Maintained accurate documentation of care provided and client progress consistently.
- Trained new caregivers on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive client support and services.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and emotional well-being.
- Advocated for clients' needs, ensuring access to appropriate resources and services.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Respectful and compassionate
Time management
Elderly care
Problem-solving
Patient care
Daily living assistance
Dependable and responsible
Multitasking and organization
Personal hygiene assistance
Basic housekeeping
Emotional support
Strong ethics
Meal preparation
Compassionate care
Flexible schedule
Verbal and written communication skills
First aid and safety
Flexible schedule and availability
Patient companionship
Dementia care
Medical record-keeping
Medication and appointment reminders
Supportive companionship
Alzheimer's care
Medication management
Documentation
COVID-19 safety policies
Mobility assistance
HIPAA compliance
Incident reporting
Hoyer lifting equipment
Physical therapy support
Timeline
Caregiver
Options Home and Health Care
01.2023 - 02.2026Read More
Lackey High School
High School Diploma
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