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Gladys Mpoola

Mountlake Terrace ,WA

Summary

Dedicated Caregiver with a proven track record at Elsa Demise, enhancing client quality of life through compassionate care and strong relationship-building skills. Excelled in medication administration and emotional support, significantly improving client wellness and safety. Demonstrates exceptional time management and problem-solving abilities, ensuring optimal client care and satisfaction.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elderly Caregiver

Care Solutions LLC
05.2024 - Current
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly clients.
  • Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted clients in maintaining a safe and clean living environment, promoting health and wellbeing.
  • Provided emotional support to seniors, fostering positive relationships and enhancing their overall mental health.
  • Enhanced elderly residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate care and assistance with daily activities.
  • Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to the supervisor .
  • Provided safe mobility support to help clients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress, updating the supervisor on any changes or concerns regularly.
  • Monitored client vital signs, and tracked behaviors to keep the supervisor well-informed.
  • Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements for elderly clients while considering their preferences.
  • Managed medication administration for clients, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to prescribed schedules.

Caregiver

Elsa Demise
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged clients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Enhanced client comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help clients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Providing effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in clients' health status to the supervisor.
  • Turned and positioned bed-bound clients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep supervisor well-informed.

Education

Bachelor Of Science In Foods And Nutrition - Foods And Nutrition

University of Eastern Africa, Baraton
Kenya In Africa
06.2013

Skills

  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Time Management
  • Elderly Care
  • Problem-Solving
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Emotional Support
  • Meal Preparation
  • Housekeeping
  • Strong Ethics
  • Relationship Building
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Medication Administration

Certification

  • CPR by American Heart Association.
  • Basic Food Safety/Food Handler's Card(varies by location)-State or local public health departments, necessary in settings where food handling occurs.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Timeline

Elderly Caregiver

Care Solutions LLC
05.2024 - Current

Caregiver

Elsa Demise
05.2023 - 12.2023

Bachelor Of Science In Foods And Nutrition - Foods And Nutrition

University of Eastern Africa, Baraton
Gladys Mpoola