Jamie Sharp
Longview,WA
Summary
Level-headed health professional who remains calm and effective in extremely difficult and stressful situations. Strong belief in importance of companionship and support in patient care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Indepenent in home provider
Assured Senior Living
Longview WA
02.2014 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Obtained household supplies and ran daily errands.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
- Reported any unusual circumstances in the patients’ condition or environment.
- Provided a comforting and soothing environment.
- Helped residents programming goals and increase their independence.
In home caregiver
Addus Health Care
Longview WA
08.2012 - 12.2013
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
- Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Obtained household supplies and ran daily errands.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
- Answered patient calls for care and feeding.
- Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care.
- Reported any unusual circumstances in the patients’ condition or environment.
- Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patients’ clothing and bedside tables/equipment.
Medication Aide/Caregiver/Cook
Rackleff House Assisted Living
Canby OR
12.2006 - 10.2008
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Changed sterile dressings.
- Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
- Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks.
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Maintained sanitary residents' and program rooms.
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
- Transported patients to other areas of the hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys.
- Assisted patients with ambulation and crutch walking.
- Answered patient calls for care and feeding.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.
- Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care.
- Reported any unusual circumstances in the patients’ condition or environment.
- Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements.
- Educated patients and families about infant care, preparation of healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Provided a comforting and soothing environment.
- Helped residents programming goals and increase their independence.
- Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patients’ clothing and bedside tables/equipment.
Education
High School Diploma - General/Child Development
Aloha High School
1989
Skills
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Feeding assistance expert
- Companionship and emotional support
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Adaptable
- Patient-focused care
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Trustworthy companion
- Compassionate caregiver
Certification
- Licensed/Certified Home Health Aide
- First Aid Certification
- BCLS Certification
Timeline
Indepenent in home provider
Assured Senior Living
02.2014 - Current
In home caregiver
Addus Health Care
08.2012 - 12.2013
Medication Aide/Caregiver/Cook
Rackleff House Assisted Living
12.2006 - 10.2008
High School Diploma - General/Child Development
Aloha High School