Sympathtic personal care aide with several years of experience supporting patients with activities of daily living. Professional and clear communicator when instructing and assisting patients as well as when reporting information to healthcare team and supervisors.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Maxim Healthcare
San Luis Obispo, California
05.2024 - Current
Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.