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Danielle Lustek
Open To Work

Danielle Lustek

Rantoul,Illinois

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Home Health Aide,Caregiver

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Rantoul, Illinois, USChampaign, IL
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$21/hr - $31/hr

Important To Me

Career advancementHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leave401k match

Summary

Compassionate Home Health Aide with extensive experience at Midwest Home Health Care, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance client independence through personalized support and effective communication. Committed to maintaining a safe environment and delivering high-quality care, ensuring optimal health outcomes for clients.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Health Aide

Midwest Home Health Care
02.2017 - 08.2025
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Observed and reported changes in clients' health and behavior to healthcare professionals.
  • Maintained cleanliness of clients' living environments to promote hygiene and well-being.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to establish trust and understanding of their needs.
  • Supported mobility by assisting clients with walking, transfers, and exercises as directed.
  • Documented care provided accurately in client records for continuity of care.
  • Adapted quickly to changing client conditions and needs while maintaining a compassionate approach.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • 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.

Home Health Aide

Help at Home
09.2010 - 04.2015
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
  • 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.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
  • Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
  • Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant

Parkland College
Champaign, IL
09.2007

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Meal preparation
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Care plan management
  • Documentation
  • Patient transportation
  • Medication organization
  • Behavioral management
  • Light housekeeping
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Bathing assistance

Certification

  • CHHA - Certified Home Health Aide

Timeline

Home Health Aide

Midwest Home Health Care
02.2017 - 08.2025

Home Health Aide

Help at Home
09.2010 - 04.2015

Certified Nursing Assistant

Parkland College

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