Donna Gill
BROOKLYN,NY
Summary
I have 7+yrs experience. I am CPR certified and also a certified HHA (Home Health Aide) I also perform duties such as, light cleaning, dressing, toiletry (showers/bed bath), medication reminder, doctors appointments, overnight shifts, patient meal prep and companionship.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
United Healthcare
New York, NY
11.2022 - Current
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations including non-English speakers or individuals with cognitive impairments.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Managed complex wound care under the supervision of a registered nurse, facilitating timely healing processes.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
Education
Cxc -
Barbados
Barbados09.1989
Skills
HHA (Home Home Aide) Certified
CPR certified
Certification
HHA
CPR
Timeline
Home Health Aide
United Healthcare
11.2022 - Current
Cxc -
Barbados