Joshua Thompson
Muncie,IN
Summary
Driven Home Health Aide with proven expertise in patient care and housekeeping, honed at Ability Home Health Aid. Excelled in enhancing patient independence and quality of life through personalized care plans and compassionate support. Skilled in meal preparation and ambulation assistance, achieving a 20% improvement in patient mobility and satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Ability Home Heath Aid
01.2024 - Current
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
Caregiver
Absolute Caregivers Home Health Agency
07.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Ross Medical School
Muncie, IN09.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Electrician
Ivy Tech
Indianapolis, IN05.2022
Associate of Science - Welding
Ivy Tech
Indianapolis, IN01.2021
Skills
Patient Care
Meal Preparation
Personal Hygiene Assistance
Feeding Assistance
Housekeeping
Dressing assistance
Light Housekeeping
First aid and safety
Care Plan Management
Recording vital signs
Behavioral support
Home Safety Assessments
Patient transportation
Patient Transport
Medication organization
Ambulation Assistance
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Ability Home Heath Aid
01.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Absolute Caregivers Home Health Agency
07.2021 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Ross Medical School
Associate of Applied Science - Electrician
Ivy Tech
Associate of Science - Welding
Ivy Tech
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