Justina Knowles
caregiver
Houston,TX
Summary
Skilled Care Provider bringing 7 years experience assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Encore
02.2022 - 03.2024
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Caregiver/CNA
Gods' Time Health Care
02.2017 - 03.2022
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- 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.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
Education
CNA/CPR - CNA
America Medical Institute
Houston, TX02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication
University of Lagos
Nigeria09.2014
Skills
- Documentation
- ADL Assistance
- Care Plan Adherence
- Compassionate communication
- Elderly Care
- Hoyer Lifting Equipment
- Compassionate Care
- Adaptable
- Dependable and Responsible
- Heavy Lifting
- Dementia Care
- Incident Reporting
- Meal Preparation
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistance
- CPR
Timeline
Caregiver
Encore
02.2022 - 03.2024
Caregiver/CNA
Gods' Time Health Care
02.2017 - 03.2022
CNA/CPR - CNA
America Medical Institute
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication
University of Lagos