Home Health CNA
PRINCIPLE LLC
BRONX , NYC
01.2021 - 2022
- Measured and recorded food and fluid intake and output levels for each patient.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations following established protocols.
- Helped with physical therapy exercises prescribed by a physician or therapist.
- Kept updated documentation of client progress notes in an organized manner.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Transported patients to doctor appointments or other destinations when needed.
- Observed changes in condition or behavior of the patient and reported it to the supervisor or case manager immediately.
- Reported any incidents or accidents that occur while providing care to the appropriate authority immediately.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry, dusting, vacuuming and meal preparation.
- Maintained accurate records of services rendered to each patient.
- Provided companionship to elderly and disabled individuals in their home environment.
- Developed positive relationships with clients through active listening skills.
- Administered medications according to physician instructions and monitored patient response.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Organized medical supplies in order to ensure they are available when needed.
- Cleaned equipment used by patients after use according to standard procedures.
- Encouraged independence among clients while helping them maintain their dignity.
- Assisted with personal hygiene needs such as shaving, brushing teeth and hair care.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
