Jeri Gyll
Salem,OR
Summary
Dedicated Caregiver with extensive experience at IHSS El Dorado County, adept in providing compassionate care and emotional support alongside efficient medication administration. Skilled in building trustful relationships and managing complex care plans, significantly enhancing clients' quality of life. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving and time management abilities, ensuring optimal patient well-being and safety.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver/Personal Support Worker
IHSS El Dorado County
03.2021 - 10.2024
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Caregiver
Northwest Senior and Disability Services
12.2011 - 03.2021
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Skills
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Time Management
- Elderly Care
- Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Patient Care
- Daily living assistance
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Basic Housekeeping
- Emotional Support
- Meal Preparation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Relationship Building
- Multitasking and Organization
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Flexible Schedule
- Compassionate Care
- First aid and safety
- Medical record-keeping
- Direct Patient Care
- Alzheimer's Care
- Behavioral Management
- Documentation
- Special Needs Care
- Mobility Assistance
- COVID-19 Safety Policies
- Client documentation
- Patient Management
- Medication Administration
- ADL Assistance
- Care Plan Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
Certification
- CA Driver's License (Full Coverage Insurance)
- First Aid Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- CPR
Timeline
Caregiver/Personal Support Worker
IHSS El Dorado County
03.2021 - 10.2024
Caregiver
Northwest Senior and Disability Services
12.2011 - 03.2021
- CA Driver's License (Full Coverage Insurance)
- First Aid Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- CPR
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