Fanta .B. Sheriff
Washington,DC
Summary
Compassionate home health aide with current department of health certification. Brings several years of experience assisting in home environments for physically disabled clients of varying capacities. Skilled at closely monitoring vital signs, assisting with feeding, bathing and grooming, positioning and range of motion exercises.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
HHA
Ideal nursing org
Washington , DC
02.2025 - Current
- Provided respite services for family members who need time away from caring for their loved ones.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments according to physician instructions.
- Give a quality care to the resident.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
- Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading, and board games.
- Answered questions from family members about the care being provided to the client.
- Observed changes in client's physical or mental condition and reported any changes immediately to supervisor or case manager.
- Encouraged patients to maintain independence while helping them complete tasks they are unable to do alone.
- Participated in team meetings with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to clients who were ill or had disabilities.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Directed patients in prescribed exercises or in use of braces or artificial limbs.
- Assisted clients with proper exercises and rehabilitation.
HHA
Lifeline care
Washington , DC
10.2024 - Current
- Provided respite services for family members who need time away from caring for their loved ones.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments according to physician instructions.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Maintained updated records and safeguarded patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
- Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans.
- Administered prescribed medications under direction from physician.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises and assisted with daily physical therapy routines.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
HHA
Universal Home Care Sevices
Washington , DC
04.2019 - 09.2021
- Provided respite services for family members who need time away from caring for their loved ones.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments according to physician instructions.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Massaged patients or applied liniment, alcohol rubs or heat-lamp stimulation.
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
- Answered questions from family members about the care being provided to the client.
- Encouraged patients to maintain independence while helping them complete tasks they are unable to do alone.
- Organized client's personal items for easy access during daily activities.
- Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and assisted with errands.
Education
Certificate - Nursing
Allied Health Care
Washington, DC03-2018
Skills
- Cognitive stimulation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bedbound patient care
- Personal hygiene assistance
Timeline
HHA
Ideal nursing org
02.2025 - Current
HHA
Lifeline care
10.2024 - Current
HHA
Universal Home Care Sevices
04.2019 - 09.2021
Certificate - Nursing
Allied Health Care