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Jacquelyn Merante

Dunkirk

Summary

Healthcare professional prepared to deliver compassionate and reliable care to clients. Proven experience in assisting with daily living activities and personal hygiene, ensuring client comfort and safety. Reliable team player who adapts to changing needs and consistently contributes to collaborative, supportive environment. Dedicated Personal Care Assistant with a proven track record at Private Care, enhancing client wellness through compassionate caregiving and effective emotional support. Expert in grooming and feeding assistance, I excel in creating meaningful client relationships and improving their quality of life. Skilled in multitasking and problem-solving, ensuring optimal care and safety.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Care Assistant

Private Care
01.2024 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Managed household chores efficiently, enabling clients to enjoy a clean living space without added stress or physical strain.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Assisted clients with meal planning and preparation, taking into consideration dietary restrictions and preferences for optimal nutrition.

Home Health Aide

Private Home
07.2019 - 08.2023
  • 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.

Personal Home Care Aide

Private Residence
11.2015 - 07.2019
  • Enhanced clients'' emotional well-being by offering companionship and engaging conversations.
  • Improved client''s daily living experience by providing personal care, meal preparation, and light housekeeping tasks.
  • Managed household tasks such as laundry, grocery shopping, and organizing spaces for a clean living environment.
  • Assisted clients with mobility issues, helping them maintain independence and an active lifestyle.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Transported patients safely to appointments, errands, or social outings, ensuring timely arrival and an enjoyable experience.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in various daily activities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dunkirk Senior High School
Dunkirk, NY
06-1988

Skills

  • Grooming assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Social interaction
  • Emotional support
  • Alzheimer's care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Bathing assistance
  • Transportation services
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Mobility support
  • Recreational activities
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Respite care
  • Behavioral support
  • Dressing assistance
  • Patient transportation
  • Home safety assessments
  • ADL support
  • Patient assistance
  • Behavior redirection
  • Errand running
  • Meal preparation
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Patient advocacy
  • Housekeeping
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Cleaning and sanitizing

Timeline

Personal Care Assistant

Private Care
01.2024 - Current

Home Health Aide

Private Home
07.2019 - 08.2023

Personal Home Care Aide

Private Residence
11.2015 - 07.2019

High School Diploma -

Dunkirk Senior High School

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