Hiwot Korra
VMT Home Health Agency
Washigton,DC
2
Languages
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience
Dedicated Home Health Aide with 14 years of experience providing compassionate care. Skilled in patient management, remind to take medication, and senior assistance. Proven track record of reducing readmissions and boosting client satisfaction.
Work History
Home Health Aide
1 Year 5 Months- Provided daily living support for clients everyday.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and independence.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
Home Health Aide
1 Year 7 Months- Ensured cleanliness and safety of client environments, adhering to infection control guidelines.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- 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.
Caregiver
1 Year- Enhanced client safety measures, reducing accidents.
- Assisted clients with medication management, promoting adherence to prescribed health regimens.
- Provided compassionate support to clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for medical appointments, ensuring timely access to care services.
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions and care activities, supporting continuity of care efforts.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Home Health Aide
7 Years- Documented patient care activities accurately in health records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Provided emotional support to clients and families, fostering positive relationships.
- Adapted care approaches based on individual client needs and preferences.
- 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.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Home Health Aide
5 Years 4 Months- 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.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
Home Health Aide
1 Year 2 Months- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
Cashier
1 Year 7 Months- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Managed cash register operations, ensuring balanced cash drawers and minimizing discrepancies.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area to enhance shopping experience.
Education
Certified Medication Aide
Home Health Care - Healthcare
Skills
Patient care management
Medication administration
Health monitoring
Senior care assistance
Compassionate communication
Daily living support
Activity coordination
Recordkeeping efficiency
Certification
- Certified Home Health Aide - Washington,DC
- CPR and First Aid Certification -Basic Life Support
- Trained Medication Employee
Languages
English
Professional Working
Amharic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Home Health Aide
VMT Home Health Agency
03.2025 - CurrentRead More
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01.2011 - 08.2012Read More
Washington Training Institute
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