Jennifer Horstman
Paullina,Iowa
Summary
Committed Home Health Aide offers many years in home healthcare. Dedicated to delivering consistent and focused attention to client safety, comfort and dignity. Well-versed in direct patient care and recordkeeping.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Sanford Health
03.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
Resident Assistant
Fieldcrest Assisted Living
03.2019 - 02.2022
- Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
- Assisted residents with daily dental and mouth care, bath functions, and hair care.
- Changed bed linens, dumped trash, and smoothly handled maintenance issues to promote resident comfort.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored and inspected residence hall rooms to determine safety and manage maintenance issues.
- Established and enforced residence hall policies and quiet hours to establish safe and respectful living environment.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Direct Care Worker
Midstep Services
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Northwest Iowa Community College
Sheldon, IA05.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Northwest Iowa Community College
Sheldon, IA05.2023
High School Diploma -
Maple Valley-Anthon Oto High School
Mapleton, IA05.2009
Skills
- Medication Organization
- Meal Preparation
- Progress Documentation
- Medication Administration
- Client Documentation
- Schedule Management
- ADL Support
- Clinical Quality Program Standards
- Patient Care
- Mobility Support
- Medical Charting
- Recording Vital Signs
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Licensed Practical Nurse
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Sanford Health
03.2021 - Current
Resident Assistant
Fieldcrest Assisted Living
03.2019 - 02.2022
Direct Care Worker
Midstep Services
08.2013 - 06.2015
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Northwest Iowa Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Northwest Iowa Community College
High School Diploma -
Maple Valley-Anthon Oto High School
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