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Geoffrey Serunkuma

Brighton,MA

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Private Home Health Aide Provider with extensive experience at a private client, excelling in dementia care and mobility assistance. Proven ability to enhance clients' quality of life through effective care plan management and strong communication skills. Committed to promoting safety and independence while delivering personalized support in challenging situations.


Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Duty Home Health Aide

Private Client
03.2023 - Current
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Managed medical appointments, coordinating with healthcare professionals to ensure timely access to necessary services.
  • Delivered high-quality care under pressure in emergency situations, ensuring the safety of both the patient and caregiver team members present at those times.
  • Supported family members in understanding patient needs and provided guidance on how to best assist their loved ones at home.
  • Promoted a safe home environment for patients by identifying potential hazards and implementing necessary adjustments.
  • Upheld strict standards of privacy and confidentiality in all aspects of caregiving, maintaining the dignity and respect for patients at all times.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.

Private Home Caregiver

Private Client
07.2015 - 03.2024
  • Developed strong rapport with clients through active listening skills, empathy, patience, and humor when appropriate.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize care plans and adapt strategies as needed for maximum client benefit.
  • Managed household tasks efficiently such as laundry, light housekeeping duties relating to the client''s immediate environment without compromising quality of care provided to the client.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to individual dietary requirements while considering preferences for taste and presentation.
  • Ensured safety of clients by diligently following care plans, monitoring health conditions, and reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Promoted independence and wellness for clients through personalized daily living assistance and support.
  • Improved overall quality of life for clients by addressing their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs in a holistic manner.
  • Assisted clients with mobility challenges, utilizing adaptive equipment and techniques to promote safe movement within the home environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Makerere University
Uganda
09-1995

Skills

  • Dementia care
  • First aid and safety
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Client documentation
  • Medical appointment coordination
  • Care plan management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Care plan assessment
  • Care plan adherence
  • Mobility assistance
  • Behavioral management

Certification


  • CPR Certification - AMerican Heart Association (AHA) September 2017

Timeline

Private Duty Home Health Aide

Private Client
03.2023 - Current

Private Home Caregiver

Private Client
07.2015 - 03.2024

Bachelor of Science -

Makerere University

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