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Jody Freidinger

Tucson,AZ

Summary

Proven Care Giver with extensive experience at A-Z Home Care Options, adept in Dementia Care and fostering elderly independence. Demonstrates a dependable and responsible approach, enhancing patient quality of life through effective patient assessments and emotional support. Achieved significant improvements in client health outcomes, embodying a compassionate and results-driven professional ethos.

Overview

15
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

A-Z Home Care Options
Tucson, AZ

Care Giver
08.2022 - 06.2024

Job overview

  • 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.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.

Private Care, Private Home: Sherry Gillmer
Tucson, AZ

Care Giver
06.2021 - 04.2022

Job overview

  • 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.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.

Private Care, Private Home: Earl Metznier
Tucson, AZ

Care Giver
09.2020 - 05.2021

Job overview

  • 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 clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.

Private Care, Home: Al Bromley & Aline Zimmerman
Tucson, AZ

Care Giver
08.2019 - 12.2020

Job overview

  • 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.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
  • Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.

Private Care Private Home: Judy Corbell
Tucson, AZ

Care Giver
01.2019 - 08.2019

Job overview

  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.

Avid Home Health Agency
Tucson, AZ

Care Giver
01.2018 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.

Marshall's Home For Men
Tucson, AZ

Care Giver
11.2016 - 08.2017

Job overview

  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.

Consumer Direct Agency
Tucson, AZ

Care Giver
10.2013 - 09.2014

Job overview

  • 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 clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

Private Care, Private Home: Josphine Copeland
Tucson, AZ

Care Giver
07.2012 - 12.2012

Job overview

  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.

Private Care, Private Home: Clair Rye
Tucson, AZ

Care Giver
10.2009 - 02.2010

Job overview

  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.

Education

Marana High School
Marana, AZ

GED
09.1984

University Overview

General study.

Skills

  • Dementia Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Elderly Care
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Strong Ethics
  • Patient Companionship
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Time Management
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Client Transportation
  • Meal Preparation
  • End of life care
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Medication Administration
  • Medical record-keeping
  • First aid and safety
  • COVID-19 Safety Policies
  • Daily living assistance
  • Emotional Support
  • Documentation
  • Special Needs Care
  • Housekeeping
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Hoyer Lifting Equipment
  • ADL Assistance
  • Behavioral Management
  • Records Maintenance
  • Physical therapy support
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Incapacitation care
  • Behavior redirection
  • PPE Usage
  • Transportation Services
  • Alzheimer's Care
  • Fast Learner
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Certification

  • DCA - Direct Care Aide
  • PCW - Personal Care Worker
  • PCA - Personal Care Aide

Timeline

Care Giver

A-Z Home Care Options
08.2022 - 06.2024

Care Giver

Private Care, Private Home: Sherry Gillmer
06.2021 - 04.2022

Care Giver

Private Care, Private Home: Earl Metznier
09.2020 - 05.2021

Care Giver

Private Care, Home: Al Bromley & Aline Zimmerman
08.2019 - 12.2020

Care Giver

Private Care Private Home: Judy Corbell
01.2019 - 08.2019

Care Giver

Avid Home Health Agency
01.2018 - 12.2018

Care Giver

Marshall's Home For Men
11.2016 - 08.2017

Care Giver

Consumer Direct Agency
10.2013 - 09.2014

Care Giver

Private Care, Private Home: Josphine Copeland
07.2012 - 12.2012

Care Giver

Private Care, Private Home: Clair Rye
10.2009 - 02.2010

Marana High School

GED
  • DCA - Direct Care Aide
  • PCW - Personal Care Worker
  • PCA - Personal Care Aide
Jody Freidinger