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Jesus Fuentes

Santa Fe

Summary

Dedicated Home Healthcare Specialist with extensive experience at Heritage Home Healthcare, excelling in medication administration and patient assessment. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and foster strong client relationships, enhancing patient well-being and satisfaction. Committed to delivering compassionate care while adhering to safety protocols and maintaining confidentiality.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Healthcare Specialist

Heritage Home Healthcare
Santa Fe
09.2009 - 07.2023
  • Administered medications according to physician orders while adhering to safety protocols.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss best practices for providing quality care to clients.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all client interactions and services provided according to agency guidelines.
  • Monitored vital signs, weight, and other indicators of patient health status.
  • Conducted assessments of patients' physical and mental health needs.
  • Responded quickly in emergency situations while remaining calm under pressure.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living such as dressing, bathing, transferring and ambulation.
  • Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
  • Provided emotional support to patients facing challenging diagnoses or long-term conditions.
  • Attended training seminars and workshops to stay abreast of current trends in home healthcare practice.
  • Developed individualized care plans that addressed each patient's unique needs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to build and optimize care plans.
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
  • Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
  • Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
  • Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
  • Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
  • Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
  • Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises and assisted with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
  • Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
  • Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
  • Helped client with medication self-administration.
  • Maintained updated records and safeguarded patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
  • Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation, and shopping.
  • Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
  • Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.
  • Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading, and board games.
  • Accompanied clients to doctors' offices or on other trips outside home.

Education

High School Diploma -

Santa Fe High School
Santa Fe, NM
05-1992

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Patient assessment
  • Care plan development
  • Home healthcare procedures
  • Client management

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Home Healthcare Specialist

Heritage Home Healthcare
09.2009 - 07.2023

High School Diploma -

Santa Fe High School