Healthcare professional and home companion with strong history of providing support to clients within business environments to deliver comprehensive administrative assistance. Providing knowledge of clerical tasks, project support, scheduling, time management, assignment prioritization and customer service. Quickly resolving issues, handling conflicting priorities, remaining flexible and striving to exceed organizational goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
La Paloma Healthcare
DALLAS, Texas
02.2019 - 12.2020
Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Completed medical and program reports and maintained records following clinic standard operating procedures.
Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Provided transportation and appointments management.
Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
Planned and implemented community outreach and events to provide health education about cancer, self-care and preventive breast examinations.
Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
Nursing Assistant
GERANIA NURSEHOME
DALLAS TEXAS, United States
01.2008 - 01.2010
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Transported patients to treatment units and operating rooms by using wheelchairs, stretchers or moveable beds.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Employed mobility devices and [Type] equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following safety procedures to avoid injuries.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Collaborated with peers and attended meetings to brainstorm new activities for patients and discuss ways to resolve issues.
Identified and reported unsafe situations to [Job title] to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Kept detailed records of nursing assessments, administered treatments and medication, discharge procedures and follow-up care needs.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Administered medications or treatments such as catheterizations, suppositories, enemas and douches as directed by nurse or physician.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Home Health Aide
Mi Casa Home Health
SAN JOSE ,COSTA RICA
02.2002 - 07.2004
Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician.
Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
Education
Coral Ridge Nurses Assistant DALLAS TEXAS
Dallas, TX
High School Diploma -
SAN JOSE ,COSTA RICA
SAN RAFAEL
12.1977
Skills
Medication Administration
Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
Bed Making and Changing
Records Management
Verbal and Written Communication
Time Management
Laundry Washing, Drying and Ironing
Mental Health Support
Patient and Compassionate
Patient Massage
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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