Home Care Aide
DSHS Dept Of Social And Health Services
SeaTac, WA
01.2014 - 03.2018
- Provided personal hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted clients with mobility issues by helping them transfer in and out of bed or wheelchair.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including changing linens, laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living like meal preparation and feeding.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments or other errands as needed.
- Administered medications according to physician instructions under the supervision of a registered nurse.
- Assessed home environment for safety hazards and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Collaborated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure quality care for all clients.
- Adhered to agency policies and procedures while providing home health services.
- Developed trust-based relationships with patients through compassionate communication techniques.
- Assisted family members in understanding how best to provide care for their loved one at home.
- Observed changes in the patient's condition or behavior that could indicate a need for further medical attention.
- Respected the dignity of all patients by maintaining confidentiality of their health information.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.