JACINTA Aka JESS WANGARI
OLYMPIA,Washington
Summary
Dedicated Caregiver with extensive experience at FIL-AM Care Adult Home, adept in elderly care and basic housekeeping. Leveraged problem-solving skills to tailor care plans, enhancing patient well-being by 30%. Renowned for compassionate service and dependable support, excelling in building trustful patient relationships and ensuring their comfort and safety.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
FIL-AM Care Adult Home
11.2024 - Current
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
Caregiver
PLEASANT FAMILY CARE
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
Education
High School Diploma -
SENIOR CHIEF KOINANGE HIGH SCHOOL
NAIROBI,KENYA11-1986
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Daily living assistance
- Multitasking and organization
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Basic housekeeping
- Emotional support
- Meal preparation
- Relationship building
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
- Home Health Aide Certification (HHA) - National Association for Home Care & Hospice.
- Adult CPR/AED certification – American Red Cross.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Dementia Care Certification - Alzheimer's Association.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Caregiver
FIL-AM Care Adult Home
11.2024 - Current
Caregiver
PLEASANT FAMILY CARE
01.2024 - 09.2024
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
- Home Health Aide Certification (HHA) - National Association for Home Care & Hospice.
- Adult CPR/AED certification – American Red Cross.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Dementia Care Certification - Alzheimer's Association.
High School Diploma -
SENIOR CHIEF KOINANGE HIGH SCHOOL
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