KARTASHA BROWN
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Compassionate individual with experience supporting elderly and ill people with in-home care. Promotes understanding attitude and compassionate nature to achieve comfortable and welcoming environment for patients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
HHA
Accent Care Home Health
10.2024 - Current
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients'' conditions at home and responding quickly to potential issues.
- Prevented bedsores in immobile clients by regularly repositioning them and ensuring proper skin care was administered.
- Managed household chores such as laundry, meal preparation, and light cleaning, allowing clients to focus on their health and wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
HHA
Anchor Home Health
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Transported patients safely to appointments, errands, or social outings, ensuring timely arrival and an enjoyable experience.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in various daily activities.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for patients, reducing the risk of accidents or infections.
- Supported clients with cognitive impairments through engaging mental exercises designed to maintain brain health and function.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, promoting dignity and selfconfidence.
Phlebotomist
Apollo Medical
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Prepare patients for procedures.
- Answer questions about the procedure.
- Obtain and record the patient's medical history.
- Prepare and maintain diagnostic imaging equipment.
- Operate equipment to obtain diagnostic images or to conduct tests.
- Review images or test results to check for quality and coverage.
Direct Support Professional
Edwin Gould Services For Children & Families
03.2018 - 05.2019
- Accompany individuals to doctor appointments
- Cooking and serving meals
- Performing light housekeeping duties
- Assist individuals with personal hygiene care
- Assist individual with their daily living needs
- Provide safety and comfort
- Administered daily medication
Education
Cna -
Clarendon College
06.2003
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Personal care assistance
- Medication administration
- Household management
Timeline
HHA
Accent Care Home Health
10.2024 - Current
HHA
Anchor Home Health
08.2022 - 03.2023
Phlebotomist
Apollo Medical
02.2020 - 03.2020
Direct Support Professional
Edwin Gould Services For Children & Families
03.2018 - 05.2019
Clarendon College
Cna -
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