Dolette Ferguson
Queens,NY
Summary
I am an accomplished caregiver with a proven track record at Metropolitan Jewish Geriatric Center as well as private in-home care. With over 30 years of experience as a caregiver for both children and the elderly, I am adept in compassionate emotional support and care for dementia patients. I am a dedicated and passionate person, from a family background of medical professionals. I treat each patient with dignity and respect, fostering strong interpersonal relationships with my patients and their families to guarantee that they remain comfortable and trustworthy of my service. My care giving approach is to provides patients with the love and nurture they deserve at a vulnerable time in their lives. I will manage medication, enhance client independence, provide friendship and achieve optimal patient comfort and care continuity through effective problem-solving and schedule management.
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Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal In-Home Caregiver
William & Jacqueline (Ms Sherman's Children)
02.2016 - Current
- Monitored client progress regularly, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal results.
- Maintained client health with proper medication administration and timely medical appointments.
- Exemplified strong problem-solving skills in addressing various challenges encountered during in-home caregiving assignments.
- Managed client's schedules, coordinating appointments and transportation as needed for optimal time management.
- Assisted clients with mobility issues, utilizing assistive devices when necessary for safe movement.
- Provided companionship, activities and entertainment to keep patient engaged and stimulated for quality of life.
- Continually communicated and collaborated with clients to provide advice and expertise for the best dementia care for Ms. Sherman.
- Managed other caregivers scheduling to ensure 24x7 in-home care (May 2023 - Present)
- Assisted with transition to memory care facility (Current)
Caregiver and Dementia/Alzheimer's Specialist
Metropolitan Jewish Geriatric Center
01.1993 - 12.2021
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Education
Dementia/Alzheimers Care -
Metropolitan Nursing Center
49-15 Tenth Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11224492001
Licensed Nursing Assistant -
ABC School of Nursing
50 East Fordham Road, Bronx, New York 104681992
Skills
- Compassionate Caregiving & Reliability
- Dementia Care
- Alzheimer's Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Emotional Support
- Physical mobility support
- Palliative Care
- Nutrition management
- Dressing assistance
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Behavioral support
- Bedside Care
- First aid and safety
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
- Medication Administration & Management
- Care Planning
- Schedule Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Interpersonal Communication
- Caring Companionship
- Childcare experience
Timeline
Personal In-Home Caregiver
William & Jacqueline (Ms Sherman's Children)
02.2016 - Current
Caregiver and Dementia/Alzheimer's Specialist
Metropolitan Jewish Geriatric Center
01.1993 - 12.2021
Dementia/Alzheimers Care -
Metropolitan Nursing Center
Licensed Nursing Assistant -
ABC School of Nursing
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