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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