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Deanna Yoder

Apple Creek,OH

Summary

Compassionate Home Health Aide with extensive experience at Cornerstone Caregiving, enhancing client independence and well-being. Skilled in monitoring health and administering medications, while fostering emotional support through active listening. Proven ability to develop personalized care plans and maintain a safe environment, ensuring high-quality service and client satisfaction.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Health Aide

Cornerstone Caregiving
02.2025 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and independence.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to promote mental well-being.
  • Monitored client health by recording vital signs and reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Administered medications according to prescribed schedules, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety of client environments, adhering to health standards.
  • Collaborated with families to develop personalized care plans, addressing individual needs and preferences.

Home Health Aide

Self-employeed
07.2024 - 02.2025
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and independence.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to promote mental well-being.
  • Monitored client health by recording vital signs and reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Administered medications according to prescribed schedules, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety of client environments, adhering to health standards.
  • Collaborated with families to develop personalized care plans, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Implemented strategies to improve client engagement in activities, fostering social interaction and enjoyment.
  • 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.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.

Home Health Aide

Home Instead Senior Care Home
09.2023 - 07.2024
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Monitored and documented health changes, reporting concerns to healthcare professionals.
  • Developed personalized care strategies tailored to individual client needs and preferences.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support, enhancing overall quality of life for clients.
  • Collaborated with family members to communicate progress and address concerns effectively.
  • Trained new caregivers on procedures, safety protocols, and client engagement techniques.
  • Implemented best practices for hygiene and infection control in home environments.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, improving their overall quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living space for patients.
  • Ensured timely transportation of patients to appointments or social engagements, enhancing their ability to maintain an active lifestyle outside the home setting.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients and families through open communication channels and empathetic listening skills.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies by implementing appropriate interventions quickly and efficiently.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Supported emotional well-being through companionship services such as reading aloud or playing games together during downtime periods.
  • Provided physical assistance for mobility, promoting independence and safety in the home environment.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical professionals promptly.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Coordinated meal planning based on dietary requirements and preferences, contributing to optimal nutritional intake for each patient.
  • Promoted a positive atmosphere within the home setting by engaging patients in meaningful conversation and activities.

Kitchen Staff

Blue Moon Bistro
06.2021 - 04.2022

Executed tasks in grill, prep, and fryer areas while overseeing inventory.

  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace, ensuring compliance with health standards.
  • Supported training of new staff on kitchen protocols and safety procedures.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes for efficiency.
  • Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
  • Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
  • Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
  • Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.

Education

High School Diploma -

Iron Wood
Apple Creek, OH

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Calm under pressure
  • Active listening
  • Organization and time management
  • Decision-making
  • Problem resolution
  • Verbal communication

Languages

Dutch
Full Professional
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Home Health Aide

Cornerstone Caregiving
02.2025 - Current

Home Health Aide

Self-employeed
07.2024 - 02.2025

Home Health Aide

Home Instead Senior Care Home
09.2023 - 07.2024

Kitchen Staff

Blue Moon Bistro
06.2021 - 04.2022

High School Diploma -

Iron Wood
Deanna Yoder