Dorcas Bartholomew
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Home Health Caregiver with extensive experience at Right At Home Health Care. Proven expertise in patient monitoring and medication administration, enhancing health outcomes through personalized care. Strong communicator, fostering trust and long-term relationships with clients while promoting independence and well-being. Committed to delivering exceptional support and dietary planning for diverse patient needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Caregiver
Right At Home Health Care
09.2020 - Current
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Delivered personalized nutrition plans, contributing to better health outcomes for patients with dietary restrictions.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff, contributing to timely interventions and improved health outcomes.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and preserving dignity.
- Ensured medication adherence for optimal health outcomes through accurate administration and careful monitoring.
- Enhanced communication with healthcare providers, ensuring all parties were informed of patient progress.
- Coordinated meal planning efforts based on dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring proper nutrition intake for all assigned clients.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
- Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
Medical Assistant
Family Center for Health Wel & Research Clinic
08.2013 - 09.2020
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
In-take Coordinator/Case Manager
Decatur Coordinator Ministry
08.2016 - 09.2018
- Registration, admission, and referral to other social services as needed.
- Finding homeless families a place to stay by using Georgia Homeless Management Information System Data entry.
- Assist job seekers by conferencing with them about job skills and attending job readiness classes.
Medical Assistant Intern
Immune Recovery Clinic
08.2013 - 12.2015
- Collected histories, vitals, and current complaints via patient interviews.
- Facilitated smooth communication between patients and healthcare providers by serving as a compassionate intermediary during consultations.
- Streamlined check-in process by verifying patient information and promptly updating electronic health records.
- Boosted overall clinic productivity through assisting medical staff in organizing schedules, managing patient flow, and prioritizing tasks.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Brown Mackie College
Atlanta, GA01-2014
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Medication administration
- Patient vital signs evaluation
- Dietary planning
Timeline
Home Health Caregiver
Right At Home Health Care
09.2020 - Current
In-take Coordinator/Case Manager
Decatur Coordinator Ministry
08.2016 - 09.2018
Medical Assistant
Family Center for Health Wel & Research Clinic
08.2013 - 09.2020
Medical Assistant Intern
Immune Recovery Clinic
08.2013 - 12.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Brown Mackie College
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