Jelilat Elias
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Right At Home, Home Health Care
04.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Caring Shepherds Healthcare, Inc.
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Home Health Aide Supervisor
Great Paragon Healthcare
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Enhanced continuity of care by establishing open lines of communication between shifts, resulting in seamless handoff processes among caregivers.
- Facilitated ongoing professional development for home health aides through training sessions and workshops.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and company policies by maintaining accurate documentation of all caregiving activities.
- Promoted client safety by conducting regular in-home assessments to identify potential hazards and implement preventative measures.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations while handling sensitive patient information during daily operations.
Summer Day Camp Counselor
Chicago Park District
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Fostered a positive camp environment by cultivating strong relationships with campers, parents, and fellow staff members.
- Enhanced camper experience by developing and implementing fun, educational activities and games.
- Managed conflicts between campers effectively, promoting resolution through healthy communication strategies.
- Assisted in camper drop-off and pick-up procedures, ensuring a smooth transition between home life and camp each day.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies-Healthcare
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College
Chicago, IL05.2024
High School Diploma -
Lane Tech College Prep High School
Chicago, IL06.2018
Skills
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Time Management
- Elderly Care
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking and Organization
- Strong Ethics
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Documentation
- Records Management
- Fast Learner
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Caregiver
Right At Home, Home Health Care
04.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Caring Shepherds Healthcare, Inc.
07.2022 - 03.2024
Home Health Aide Supervisor
Great Paragon Healthcare
02.2022 - 08.2022
Summer Day Camp Counselor
Chicago Park District
06.2018 - 08.2018
Associate of Science - General Studies-Healthcare
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College
High School Diploma -
Lane Tech College Prep High School
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