Ijeana Dessalines
NEWARK
Summary
Dedicated Home Health Aide skilled in supporting clients with professional communication and superior organization skills. Advanced knowledge of clerical functions, project support, schedule management and customer service. Quick learner accomplished in solving problems through critical thinking and handling conflicting priorities with concise time management.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2004
2004
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Ascent hospice
NEWARK
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to improve patient well-being.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
Home Health Aide
Sunrise Assisted Living
Bridgewater
02.2025 - 02.2026
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to patients and families.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
Education
Central High School
Newark, NjSkills
- Daily living assistance
Certification
CHHA
Phlebotomy
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Sunrise Assisted Living
02.2025 - 02.2026
Home Health Aide
Ascent hospice
04.2024 - Current
Central High School