Delvina Thomas
Home Health Aide
Dennehotso ,AZ
Summary
As a Home Health Aide at Giving Home Health Care, I delivered compassionate care and effective problem-solving, significantly enhancing patient well-being. With strong communication and organizational skills, I efficiently managed care plans, prioritizing safety and promoting independence. My proactive approach yielded notable improvements in patient engagement and satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Giving Home Health Care
10.2016 - 01.2025
- 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 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.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Transported patient to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations including non-English speakers or individuals with cognitive impairments.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
- Assisted with end-of-life care
Education
Diploma - All Required Courses
Red Mesa High School
Teec Nos Pos, AZ05.1996
Skills
- Communication
- Attention to detail
- Organization skills
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Active listening
- Computer proficiency
- Always willing to learn new skills
Languages
Navajo
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
- Fingerprint Clearance Card
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Giving Home Health Care
10.2016 - 01.2025
Diploma - All Required Courses
Red Mesa High School