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Jessica  Hayden

Jessica Hayden

Syracuse,NY

Summary

Dedicated Senior Caregiver with extensive experience doing private Duty jobs , excelling in compassionate care and medication administration. Recognized for enhancing patient well-being through effective communication and emotional support. Proven ability to develop personalized care plans and foster strong relationships with clients and families, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Caregiver

Barbara Carr
01.2021 - Current
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, completing housekeeping tasks as needed.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to medication schedules.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities for regulatory compliance purposes.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, offering a listening ear and empathetic conversation.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Improved patient health outcomes through diligent monitoring and timely intervention.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to provide comprehensive care plans for each patient.
  • Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
  • Ensured timely reporting of changes in patient condition to supervising nurses or physicians for immediate intervention.
  • Coordinated transportation arrangements for medical appointments or other necessary errands.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Utilized effective communication skills to address any concerns or questions from clients or their family members.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate seamless care delivery across various settings.
  • Supported mobility needs of patients by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and positioning techniques.
  • Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while remaining focused on delivering exceptional quality care.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Facilitated social engagement among patients by organizing group activities or outings when appropriate.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Assisted clients with physical therapy exercises to maintain and improve strength, flexibility and balance.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Administered medications following prescribed instructions to alleviate symptoms and discomfort, monitoring client reactions.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.

Caregiver

Ruth kohut
01.2016 - 04.2023
  • 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.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.

Education

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Education

Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY

Skills

  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Compassionate care
  • Medication administration
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Toileting support
  • Feeding assistance
  • Light exercise encouragement
  • Bathing assistance
  • Medication management
  • Grooming help
  • Mobility support
  • Behavioral management
  • Medical appointment coordination
  • Transportation services
  • Dementia expertise
  • Recreational activities
  • Family liaison
  • Physical therapy support
  • Fall prevention
  • Community activities
  • Patient assistance
  • Activities of daily living
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Meal preparation
  • Clear communication
  • Patient care
  • Housekeeping
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Dementia care
  • Patient companionship
  • Time management
  • Social interaction
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Customer service
  • Relationship building
  • Progress documentation
  • Care plan management
  • Safe patient transportation
  • Housekeeping duties
  • Care plan assessment
  • Problem-solving
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Attention to detail
  • Daily living assistance
  • Active listening
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Stress management
  • Outing coordination
  • Activity documentation
  • Emotional companionship
  • Personal hygiene management
  • Quality program protocols
  • Medical care support
  • Medication assistance
  • Compassionate client care
  • Fast learner
  • Caring companionship
  • Personal care aide
  • Light housekeeping
  • Critical thinking
  • Bedside care
  • Attentive to people
  • Cooking meals

Timeline

Senior Caregiver

Barbara Carr
01.2021 - Current

Caregiver

Ruth kohut
01.2016 - 04.2023

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Education

Onondaga Community College