Dwight Brown
Pikesville,MD
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CERTIFIED HHA
Right At Home Health Care
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient health conditions.
- Developed care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals to meet client needs.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance client well-being.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress and care activities for continuity of care.
- Implemented hygiene protocols to promote infection control within client environments.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Maintained records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discussed observations with supervisor or case manager.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Provided companionship reducing feelings loneliness isolation improving patient''s overall emotional wellbeing.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, identifying potential health issues early on for prompt intervention by medical professionals when necessary.
- Delivered exceptional personal care while maintaining dignity for each individual client respecting privacy boundaries at all times.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans, optimizing patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Promoted patient mobility by assisting with exercises and ambulation, reducing the risk of injury or complications from prolonged immobility.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing their quality of life and promoting independence.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks for patients, creating a clean and comfortable living environment conducive to healing.
- Communicated effectively both verbally written communication keeping everyone involved informed about ongoing progress changes related patient''s care plan.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care in their homes.
- Trained new staff on best practices for client interaction and care protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients during times of stress or illness, fostering resilience and mental wellbeing.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within home settings resulting in reduced incidence of falls among elderly clients.
- Completed medical and program reports and maintained records following clinic standard operating procedures.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary guidelines and preferences, supporting optimal nutrition for overall health improvement.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Transported patients to medical appointments as needed, ensuring timely access to necessary healthcare services.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- 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.
- Maintained patient safety by closely monitoring their health status and promptly addressing any concerns or changes in condition.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
Education
High School Diploma - English, Math, Science, History
Northwestern High School
Baltimore, MD06.1975
Skills
Hoyer lift, Spryte, Walker, w/c ,transfers , Body Mechanics, charting, intake & Output, range of motion, Foley Care, Colostomy Care, collecting Specimen ( urine and stoll ) , Bed Bath , Shower, Whirlpool, Skin Care, Oral Care, Nail Care, Shaving, Dressing ( Stroke Patients ), Lite House keeping, Laundry, Meal Preparation, errands,
Accomplishments
I was a CERTIFIED CNA-GNA FOR 35 years and then I retired. After going back the work I was hired by RIGHT AT HOME in 05/24 . By 07/24 I rewarded with a certificate (Employee of the month) . Fast forward 5 months, 12/24 I was rewarded employee of the YEAR ( certificate ) . And many written letters from families given to RAH that I made a big difference in their lives. Dementia certificates
Certification
HHA, DEMENTIA, CPR/FIRST AID/AED
Timeline
CERTIFIED HHA
Right At Home Health Care
05.2024 - Current
High School Diploma - English, Math, Science, History
Northwestern High School