Ewere Henrietta Osuji
Dallas,TX
Summary
Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities. Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Caregiver /Senior Caregiver
Right At Home Health Care
05.2024 - Current
- Educated family members on best practices for supporting their loved one''s ongoing health goals and challenges.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of new patients upon admission to determine appropriate level of support required for optimal care provision.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient''s specific requirements.
- Managed daily schedules for multiple patients, ensuring timely medication administration and adherence to medical advice.
- Developed strong partnerships with community resources such as senior centers, support groups, and local agencies to further enrich the lives of patients in our care.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Boosted patient morale by fostering strong relationships built on trust, empathy, and open communication.
- Provided timely assistance with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, maintaining dignity and respect throughout the process.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
Senior Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Health Care
10.2020 - 06.2024
- Adhered to safety guidelines and complied with HIPAA standards in all patient documentation and interactions
- Provided compassionate and personalized care to clients in their homes, assisting with activities of daily living
- Ensuring client's safety in and out of client's home when on duty
- Displaying strong clinical skills in assessing vital signs and reported any changes in condition to healthcare professionals
- Administered medications and assisted with medication management under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed healthcare provider
- Assisted patients with mobility, including transferring in and out of bed, wheelchair, or other assistive devices
- Prepared nutritious meals and assisted with feeding, adhering to dietary restrictions and preferences
- Provided companionship and emotional support to patients, engaging in conversation, recreational activities, and companionship
- Documented patient care activities and communicated with healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care and adherence to care plans
- Participated in ongoing training and development to enhance skills and stay updated on best practices in home healthcare.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Patient Care Technician
Medical City Lewisville
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
Caregiver
Avalon Memory Care
04.2018 - 06.2021
- Providing personal care activities like bathing, grooming, clothing, using the restroom and housework
- Meal preparation, shopping, housework, laundry, and other tasks are all considered basic food preparation
- General health care includes monitoring medication and prescription consumption, reminding clients of appointments and giving medication.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Chamberlain University
Irving, TX12.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Dallas College
05.2023
Skills
Assisted Living Experience
Compassionate communication
Personal Hygiene Assistance
Emotional Support
Transportation Assistance
Meal Preparation
Patient Care Coordination
Activity Planning
Care Plan Development
Dementia Care Knowledge
Multitasking and Organization
Elderly care expertise
Timeline
Lead Caregiver /Senior Caregiver
Right At Home Health Care
05.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Medical City Lewisville
10.2021 - 05.2022
Senior Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Health Care
10.2020 - 06.2024
Caregiver
Avalon Memory Care
04.2018 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Dallas College
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