Esther Destine
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Observant caregiver with successful background delivering heartfelt care to residents. Compassionate and service-oriented individual well-educated in medication administration and schedule management. Outstanding knowledge of first aid and CPR Certified. Dependable aide with excellent organization skills demonstrated through history of managing client daily activities, appointments and medication needs. Well-versed in administering medication and monitoring nutrition. Trusted to oversee patients in challenging medical states.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aide Assistant
Gloria Dei Personal Care at the Park
02.2023 - Current
- Supported rehabilitation efforts by guiding patients through prescribed exercises under therapist supervision.
- Enhanced patient care by providing support in daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Reduced risk of injury by implementing fall prevention strategies such as clutter removal and providing appropriate mobility aids when necessary.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient observations, interventions, progress notes, and daily reports within electronic medical records systems.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient transfers, resulting in a safer environment for both patients and staff.
- Provided compassionate companionship to patients, engaging them in conversation and recreational activities to promote overall wellbeing.
Senior Caregiver
Woodland Creek
01.2021 - 08.2024
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Recognized emergencies and notified paramedics and family members.
Senior Caregiver
BAYADA
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Provided personal care and companionship to elderly clients in their homes.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Participated in leisure activities with clients including playing cards, reading books, going for walks.
- Took vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature when necessary.
- Monitored client health status by recognizing changes in physical or mental condition and reporting them to the appropriate personnel.
- Provided emotional support for elderly clients dealing with loneliness or depression.
Education
Associate of Science - LPN
PITC Institute
Wyncote, PA10.2024
Skills
- Behavior Redirection
- Patient Advocacy
- Meal Preparation
- First Aid and Safety
- Safety Procedures and Protocols
- Safe Patient Transportation
- Client Safety and First Aid
- Patient Companionship
- Patient Care
Certification
- CPR certified
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
haitian creole
Native/ Bilingual
Contact
Philadelphia, PA 19120
Education and Training
true,other,Wyncote, PA
Timeline
Aide Assistant
Gloria Dei Personal Care at the Park
02.2023 - Current
Senior Caregiver
Woodland Creek
01.2021 - 08.2024
Senior Caregiver
BAYADA
01.2020 - 12.2021
Associate of Science - LPN
PITC Institute
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