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Jameka Richard

Hazel Park,MI

Summary

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

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Caregiver

A & J HOME AND HEALTH CARE
09.2019 - 08.2023
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.

Activities Assistant

ACCREDITED CARE
04.2017 - 06.2019
  • Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.
  • Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
  • Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.

Home Health Care Aide

ATRIUM HOME CARE
11.2015 - 06.2017
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.

Resident Care Aide

THE MEDICAL TEAM
02.2015 - 03.2016
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Supported needs of [ 8 ]+ residents under long-term care

Education

Associate of Science -

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
06.2014

High School Diploma -

Denby High School
Detroit, MI
06.2011

Skills

  • EMR Systems
  • Community Integration
  • Patient and Caregiver Education
  • Patient Care
  • Time Management
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Client Documentation
  • Knowledge of State Regulations
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Activities of Daily Living Assistance
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Medication and Appointment Reminders

Certification

  • CHHA - Certified Home Health Aide
  • CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
  • CPR/BLS- Certified

Timeline

Private Caregiver

A & J HOME AND HEALTH CARE
09.2019 - 08.2023

Activities Assistant

ACCREDITED CARE
04.2017 - 06.2019

Home Health Care Aide

ATRIUM HOME CARE
11.2015 - 06.2017

Resident Care Aide

THE MEDICAL TEAM
02.2015 - 03.2016

Associate of Science -

Wayne State University

High School Diploma -

Denby High School

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