Gwendolyn Harris
Killeen,TX
Summary
Results-focused Health Care Provider dedicated to maximizing satisfaction and retention with proactive attention to individual customer needs. Smoothly handles questions and resolves concerns with great problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. Multitasks and manages time well to consistently meet performance targets.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Homemaker
Home
06.2005 - Current
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Organized different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.
- Assisted older kids with homework, school projects and chores.
- Met children at bus stop to walk home and assist with crossing street.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
- Studied and researched food allergies to understand requirements for individuals with such conditions.
Patient Care Assistant
Alzheimer's Living Center
01.2000 - 03.2005
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Transported food trays and aided with feeding.
Health Care Aide
Psychiatric Care Unit
07.1993 - 06.1998
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Adhered to all resident lifting and safe lifting instructions and rules.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Home Care Provider
Family Member
06.1990 - 06.1993
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA09.
Skills
- Sanitizing Surfaces
- General Housekeeping
- Dietary Needs
- Emotional Support
Timeline
Homemaker
Home
06.2005 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Alzheimer's Living Center
01.2000 - 03.2005
Health Care Aide
Psychiatric Care Unit
07.1993 - 06.1998
Home Care Provider
Family Member
06.1990 - 06.1993
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Delgado Community College
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