Joseph Chambers
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
I'm also skilled in EKG, Phlebotomy, Defibrillator operation and i have my Med Tech certificate,
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Caregiver
Private Care
Jacksonville, FL
07.2018 - 05.2024
- Coordinated with other health professionals to ensure quality of care.
- Provided direct and compassionate care to elderly patient in their homes.
- Organized daily schedules of appointments, errands, meals, leisure activities.
- Adhered to all safety protocols when transporting patients in vehicle or wheelchair van.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individual and continually monitored safety.
Home Health Aide
Brookdale Home Health
Jacksonville, FL
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
Patient Sitter
Mayo Hospital
Jacksonville, FL
02.2014 - 07.2016
- Provided constant monitoring of patients to ensure safety and comfort.
- Assisted with patient transfers, positioning, and ambulation as needed.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene needs such as bathing and toileting.
- Engaged in conversation with confused or disoriented patients to help them stay calm and relaxed.
Infantry/Special Security Forces
United States Marine Corps
Jacksonville, FL
08.1983 - 08.1987
- Conducted security patrols of designated areas to ensure safety and prevent criminal activity.
- Provided escorts for authorized personnel entering restricted areas as needed.
- Developed strategies to increase awareness of security procedures among employees and visitors.
- Adhered strictly to established protocols while handling firearms safely and responsibly.
- Attended regular training sessions on topics related to security operations such as self-defense techniques and first aid procedures.
- Detected and reported unauthorized personnel and activities.
Education
Patient Care Technician
Florida Career College
Jacksonville, FL01-2015
High School Diploma -
Fredrick Douglass High School
Baltimore, MD06-1983
licensed Practical Nurse
Concorde Career College
Jacksonville, FLSkills
- Ambulation Assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dementia Care
- Range of motion exercises
- Patient Management
- Case management experience
- Client documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Care Plan Management
- Problem-Solving
- Supportive Companionship
- Multitasking and Organization
- Medication and Appointment Reminders
- Schedule Maintenance
- Injury Prevention
- Caring Companionship
Timeline
Head Caregiver
Private Care
07.2018 - 05.2024
Home Health Aide
Brookdale Home Health
07.2016 - 07.2018
Patient Sitter
Mayo Hospital
02.2014 - 07.2016
Infantry/Special Security Forces
United States Marine Corps
08.1983 - 08.1987
Patient Care Technician
Florida Career College
High School Diploma -
Fredrick Douglass High School
licensed Practical Nurse
Concorde Career College