Eileen Gathers
WALDORF,MD
Summary
Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Assured Health Home Care
02.2021 - Current
- Efficiently organized schedules for multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
Caregiver
Right At Home Health Care
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Assisted clients in maintaining a safe and clean living environment, promoting health and wellbeing.
- Ensured timely completion of errands for clients, including grocery shopping, appointments, and personal affairs management.
- Increased client satisfaction by offering companionship and engaging in meaningful conversations throughout the day.
- Coordinated closely with family members on updates regarding their loved one''s condition while respecting privacy.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements for elderly clients while considering their preferences.
- Managed medication administration for clients, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to prescribed schedules.
- Provided transportation services for clients to attend medical appointments or engage in community activities safely.
Education
High School Diploma -
City of Alexandria High School
Alexandria, Virginia06.1980
Skills
- Incident Reporting
- Patient Companionship
- Dependable and Responsible
- COVID-19 Safety Policies
- Elderly Care
- First aid and safety
- Daily living assistance
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Basic Housekeeping
- Mobility Assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Client Transportation
- Client documentation
- Medication and Appointment Reminders
Certification
- PCA - Personal Care Aide
- CPR and First Aid
Timeline
Caregiver
Assured Health Home Care
02.2021 - Current
Caregiver
Right At Home Health Care
01.2020 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
City of Alexandria High School
- PCA - Personal Care Aide
- CPR and First Aid
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