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Hephzibah Kiguha

Saint Louis Park,MN

Summary

Skilled in dementia care and fostering social interaction, I enhanced client well-being at Private Residence by developing personalized care plans and building strong, empathetic relationships. My proactive approach to safety and health, coupled with effective communication, significantly improved clients' quality of life, demonstrating my commitment to compassionate, high-quality care.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Companion Caregiver

Private Residence
12.2022 - Current
  • Increased overall quality of life through support in daily routines.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Promoted a safe home environment by conducting regular assessments of potential hazards and implementing appropriate safety measures.
  • Managed household chores such as laundry and cleaning, maintaining a clean and organized living space for clients.
  • Developed trusting relationships with clients through active listening skills and empathetic communication techniques.
  • Enhanced client well-being by providing companionship and engaging in meaningful conversations.
  • Implemented personalized care plans to address individual client needs and preferences.
  • Offered emotional support during challenging times by providing compassionate conversation and understanding presence during difficult situations.
  • Encouraged physical activity according to each client''s abilities, fostering improved motor function and overall health benefits.
  • Facilitated medication management for clients, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration.
  • Supported family members by offering respite care services, allowing them time for personal pursuits or relaxation.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, including daily logs of activities and observed behaviors.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing client needs, providing consistent, high-quality care amidst evolving circumstances.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal care for clients, maintaining effective communication channels.
  • Assisted clients with personal grooming tasks, preserving dignity and selfesteem.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations following established protocols; ensured prompt medical attention while remaining calm and supportive.
  • Monitored client health status through regular check-ins, promptly reporting any concerns or changes in condition to healthcare providers.
  • Educated families on available resources related to caregiving responsibilities; facilitated connections to local support groups when needed.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Prepared nutritious meals for clients, supporting their overall health and dietary needs.

Home Health Aide

Private Home
12.2022 - 03.2024
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
  • Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
  • Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans, addressing specific needs and goals of each patient.
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by healthcare providers, improving patient comfort and mobility.
  • Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
  • Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
  • Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations including non-English speakers or individuals with cognitive impairments.
  • Managed complex wound care under the supervision of a registered nurse, facilitating timely healing processes.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Enhanced patient comfort in end-of-life situations.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
  • Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
  • Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
  • Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
  • Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
  • Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
  • Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.

Private Nanny

Private Employers
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
  • Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • 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.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks on a daily basis.
  • Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
  • Conducted regular safety checks and maintained a clean, hazard-free environment for the children at all times.
  • Organized engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.
  • Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
  • Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
  • Collaborated with parents to establish effective bedtime routines, resulting in improved sleep patterns for the children.
  • Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
  • Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
  • Maintained detailed logs of daily activities, milestones achieved, and any behavioral or health concerns that arose during care hours.
  • Monitored screen time usage to promote healthy balance between technology use and offline activities in daily life.
  • Encouraged social interactions through playdates, group outings, and community events.
  • Planned special outings or themed days around children's interests or areas of study in their school curriculum.
  • Taught children everyday skills and language.
  • Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
  • Coordinated schedules between multiple families when working as a nanny share provider to ensure seamless childcare transitions throughout the week.
  • Managed medical appointments, ensuring regular check-ups and vaccinations were up-to-date for each child.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
  • Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
  • Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
  • Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.

Education

Certificate In Business Administration - Business Administration

College of Business Education
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
11.2003

A Level Certificate - Arts

St. Marys International School
Dar Es Salaam
06.2001

Skills

  • Dementia care
  • Client confidentiality
  • Social interaction
  • End-of-life care
  • Medication management
  • Mobility assistance
  • Patience and tact
  • Nutrition
  • Physical assistance
  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Elderly care
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Patient care
  • Strong ethics
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Direct patient care
  • Compassionate care
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient assessments
  • Compassionate client care
  • Daily living activities assistance
  • Dining room support
  • Physical therapy support
  • EMR / EHR
  • Disability support
  • Medical records management
  • Progress documentation
  • Records management
  • Records maintenance
  • Hoyer lifting equipment
  • Patient advocacy

Languages

Swahili
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Private Nanny

Private Employers
02.2023 - 08.2023

Companion Caregiver

Private Residence
12.2022 - Current

Home Health Aide

Private Home
12.2022 - 03.2024

Certificate In Business Administration - Business Administration

College of Business Education

A Level Certificate - Arts

St. Marys International School

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