Joy Akagha
Houston,TX
Summary
I’ve been a caregiver for the past 7years. I have high school diploma, a certified caregiver, CPR and first aid, Sama certification. I learnt to be patient, listen, understand and be supportive, also professional and responsible to do my duty and take care of those that need care and assistance.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Care Partner/Caregiver
Farrington @ Tanglewood
505 Bering Drive, Houston, Tx 77057
04.2023 - Current
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, upholding ethical standards in all aspects of care provision.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical staff for prompt attention and treatment.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized care and support throughout their stay.
- Facilitated the smooth transition between shifts by providing detailed hand-off reports to incoming care partners.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining clean and organized patient rooms, common areas, and workspaces.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, enabling effective communication among healthcare professionals.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, providing comfort and dignity during the final stages of life.
- Ensured patient safety through regular room checks and vigilance regarding potential hazards or concerns.
- Assisted in physical therapy sessions, supporting patients as they worked to regain strength and mobility.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- 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.
Education
Ansar-ud Girls High School
Lagos/NigeriaSkills
- Compassionate Care
- Transportation Assistance
- End of life care
- Mobility support
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Patient Care
- Direct Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Dementia Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Housekeeping
- Patient Companionship
- Emotional Support
- Client documentation
- Basic Housekeeping
- Documentation
- ADL Assistance
- Incident Reporting
- Mobility Assistance
- Language Fluency
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Calm and Effective Under Pressure
Timeline
Care Partner/Caregiver
Farrington @ Tanglewood
04.2023 - Current
Ansar-ud Girls High School