Caregiver
Ann Hedlund
New York, New York
- Coordinated transportation services for clients when necessary.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
