Deb Freeman
Escondido,CA
Summary
With a proven track record at Sage Home Health, I excel in providing compassionate elderly care and adept medication administration, enhancing patient quality of life. My adaptability and strong ethics ensure high standards of care, evidenced by a 40% increase in patient satisfaction. Skilled in both emotional support and efficient care plan management, I foster independence and well-being in clients.
Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering 6 years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Experienced working with children and elderly, with skill anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail.
Compassionate caregiver possesses gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. Expertise in dementia and age related illnesses . Collaborative team player with strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Available 40 hours per week, weekends, and evenings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Sage Home Health
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
Caregiver
Canaan Home Care
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Efficiently organized schedules for multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
Caregiver
The Key
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Caregiver
Legacy Home Health Agency
07.2018 - 12.2019
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Education
Associate of Arts - Office Procedures
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA05-2006
Skills
- Dementia care
- Patient assessments
- Elderly care
- Dependable and responsible
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Strong ethics
- Patient companionship
- Multitasking and organization
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Time management
- Active listening
- Respectful and compassionate
- Client transportation
- Meal preparation
- End-of-life care
- Medication administration
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Medical record-keeping
- Problem-solving
- First aid and safety
- COVID-19 safety policies
- Daily living assistance
- Emotional support
- Team collaboration
- Documentation
- Medication and appointment reminders
- Patient care
- Care plan assessment
- Housekeeping
- Mobility assistance
- Incident reporting
- Hoyer lifting equipment
- Care plan management
- Compassionate communication
- Relationship building
- ADL assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic housekeeping
Timeline
Caregiver
Sage Home Health
09.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Canaan Home Care
04.2023 - Current
Caregiver
The Key
07.2021 - 04.2023
Caregiver
Legacy Home Health Agency
07.2018 - 12.2019
Associate of Arts - Office Procedures
Antelope Valley College
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