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Karen Oram

Canastota,NY

Summary

Compassionate Personal Care Aide with extensive experience supporting elderly and disabled clients in home environments. Proven skills in daily living activities, medication management, and mobility support have resulted in significant improvements in client health and well-being. Known for establishing trust and rapport, enhancing comfort and quality of life for clients through attentive care and emotional support. Committed to promoting healthy habits and integrating emerging techniques to achieve the best possible outcomes for those served.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Home Health Aid
Kirkville, NY
10.2024 - Current
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
  • Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
  • Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
  • Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
  • Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
  • Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
  • Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
  • Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.

Caregiver

Brookdale Assisted Living
Medina, OH
02.2024 - 04.2024
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
  • Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
  • Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
  • Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.

Skills

  • Compassionate client care
  • Documentation
  • Supportive companionship
  • Quality program protocols
  • Patient advocacy
  • Medication coordination
  • Compassionate care
  • Incident reporting
  • Mobility assistance
  • COVID-19 safety policies
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Social interaction
  • Relationship building
  • Dining room support
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Behavioral management
  • Elderly care
  • Conflict resolution
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Empathetic listening
  • Daily living activities assistance
  • Dementia care
  • Active listening
  • Patient mobility assistance
  • Compassionate communication
  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Care plan management
  • At-home care instruction
  • Records management
  • Behavior redirection
  • PPE usage
  • Client documentation
  • Patient care and companionship
  • Emotional support

Timeline

Caregiver

Home Health Aid
10.2024 - Current

Caregiver

Brookdale Assisted Living
02.2024 - 04.2024

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