Denise Lenaris
Los Angeles
Summary
Compassionate Home Health Aide skilled in patient care, meal preparation, and personal hygiene assistance. Committed to enhancing client well-being and fostering independence through individualized care plans.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Aarris Homecare
Los Angeles, CA
03.2019 - Current
- Provided personal care and companionship to clients, enhancing quality of life and emotional well-being.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs, ensuring client health and safety compliance.
- Assisted with daily living activities, fostering independence in clients with diverse needs.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare team to address client-specific requirements.
- 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.
- Coordinated with family members to communicate progress and address concerns regarding client's health status.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05-1986
Skills
- Patient care
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Feeding assistance
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Aarris Homecare
03.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
University of Southern California