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Gerry Bacon

Perry

Summary

Motivated professional trained in mobility assistance, personal hygiene support, and housekeeping. Monitors medical conditions and works with healthcare providers to optimize care. Focuses on comfort and emotional support and meets physical needs.

Observant professional 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.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Elderly Caregiver

Wellpoint Insurance
Des Moines
08.1997 - Current
  • Provided compassionate support to elderly clients in daily living activities.
  • Assisted clients with mobility and transportation to appointments and social events.
  • Monitored clients' health conditions and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Collaborated with families to address concerns and improve care plans for clients.
  • Trained new caregivers on best practices in elderly care and safety protocols.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and eating.
  • Made beds, swept floors, and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
  • Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients based on trust and respect.

Private Care Aide

Myself
Perry
08.1997 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Administered medications on schedule and monitored client health conditions.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in living spaces for safety.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
  • Coordinated appointments and transportation for clients to healthcare services.
  • Communicated effectively with family members regarding client status and needs.
  • Documented care activities to ensure compliance with caregiving standards.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
  • Provided transportation to medical appointments and social engagements.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physician or nurse practitioner.
  • Scheduled follow-up visits for homecare services or medical treatments as required.
  • Researched community resources available for additional support if needed.
  • Ensured a safe environment for the client by following safety protocols.
  • Reported any changes in client's behavior or health condition promptly to supervisor and family members.
  • Organized closets and drawers for easy access to clothing items.
  • Recorded daily notes about client's activities, meals consumed, medications taken.
  • Monitored client's health condition by taking vital signs and observing physical changes.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws regarding patient privacy rights.
  • Communicated with family members regarding care plans and progress of clients.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Maintained accurate records of all services provided including hours worked per day and week.
  • Provided emotional support to clients and their families during difficult times.
  • Assisted in meal preparation following dietary guidelines.
  • Cleaned up after meals, washed dishes, tidied up living area and changed linens when needed.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - CNA

Dmacc
Ankeny , Ia

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Health monitoring
  • Meal preparation
  • Client transport
  • Safety protocols
  • Care coordination
  • Compliance documentation
  • Client relationship management
  • Time management
  • Emotional support
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Trust building
  • Adaptation strategies
  • Bathing assistance
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Transfer assistance
  • Empathy and patience
  • First aid and safety
  • Medication management
  • Patient advocacy
  • Client protection
  • Incontinence care
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Daily living assistance
  • Customer service
  • Record keeping
  • Diabetes care
  • Medication assistance
  • First aid and CPR
  • Elderly advocacy

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Elderly Caregiver

Wellpoint Insurance
08.1997 - Current

Private Care Aide

Myself
08.1997 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - CNA

Dmacc