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Diane Branch

Newark,NJ

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Home Health Aide with extensive experience at Progressive Home Health/Premiere Health. Skilled in patient care and meal preparation, I excel in fostering strong relationships with clients while ensuring their dignity and comfort. Proven ability to enhance health outcomes through effective communication and personalized care plans.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Health Aide

Progressive Home Health
03.2014 - 01.2018
  • Provided compassionate personal care to clients, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
  • Assisted with medication management and adherence, enhancing client health outcomes.
  • Developed individualized care plans based on client needs and preferences, promoting personalized support.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals, facilitating timely interventions.
  • Coordinated transportation and access to medical appointments, supporting continuity of care for clients.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.

Personal Care Assistant

Right At Home Healthcare Agency
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Delivered in-home care to elderly, disabled, and other individuals with varying needs
  • Assisted with Housekeeping and maintained personal hygiene for clients.
  • Planned and prepared meals tailored to dietary restrictions
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointment and errands.
  • Carefully followed care instructions and documented services provided.

Teacher's Assistant

Robles Park Headstart
09.1996 - 04.2010
  • Assisted lead teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
  • Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive learning environment for diverse learners.
  • Facilitated small group activities, promoting peer interaction and enhancing social skills among students.
  • Monitored student progress, providing feedback to educators to inform instructional strategies.
  • Supervised children in classrooms, school yards, and during field trips.
  • Managed classroom inventory, including ordering and stocking supplies.

Locker Room Attendant

Vanderbilt YMCA
06.1994 - 07.1996
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of locker room facilities, ensuring optimal guest experience.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving concerns promptly.
  • Managed inventory of towels, toiletries, and supplies to support operational efficiency.
  • Implemented efficient cleaning routines, enhancing overall hygiene standards in locker areas.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

College of New Rochelle
06-1980

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Meal preparation
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Bathing assistance
  • Housekeeping
  • Dressing assistance
  • Interpersonal communication

Certification

  • HHA - Home Health Aide
  • First Aide/CPR Certificate
  • National Credentialing Program-Child development Associate (CDA) Certificate

Timeline

Home Health Aide

Progressive Home Health
03.2014 - 01.2018

Personal Care Assistant

Right At Home Healthcare Agency
01.2012 - 01.2014

Teacher's Assistant

Robles Park Headstart
09.1996 - 04.2010

Locker Room Attendant

Vanderbilt YMCA
06.1994 - 07.1996

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

College of New Rochelle
Diane Branch