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KATHLEEN MALCOLM

Happy Valley,OR

Summary

Dedicated individual experienced in providing assistance to the elderly, disabled, and dementia patients. Skilled in developing personalized careplans, providing companionship, and providing a safe and comfortable living environment. Proven ability to manage household tasks such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and medication reminders.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Rainbow Adult Living
Portland, OR
11.2023 - 04.2024
  • Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
  • Assisted with medication administration following guidelines set by the physician or nurse practitioner.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.

Private Caregiver

PRIVATE CAREGIVER
Portland
10.2018 - 11.2023
  • Aided patients' movement to prevent accidents while navigating living space
  • Assessed changes in mental status or physical abilities of elderly patients and reported them promptly
  • Administered medications according to physician instructions and monitored side effects
  • Cleaned and organized client's living quarters to make living conditions more hospitable
  • Developed individualized care plans for each client based on their specific needs
  • Transported patients to doctor appointments or other necessary events using personal vehicle
  • Performed healthcare-related tasks, such as monitoring vital signs and medication, under direction of registered nurses and physiotherapists
  • Managed household tasks such as laundry, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, errands
  • Assisted elderly patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation
  • Operated patient lifts to assist with potentially strenuous movement.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rogers High School

Skills

  • Dedicated individual
  • Providing assistance
  • Elderly care
  • Disabled care
  • Dementia care
  • Developing personalized careplans
  • Providing companionship
  • Providing a safe and comfortable living environment
  • Managing household tasks such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and medication reminders
  • Administer Medication
  • Bathing and Dressing
  • Clean Living Spaces
  • Ability to Lift
  • Emotional Development

Certification

  • CPR
  • OIS
  • Oregon Workday training

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Rainbow Adult Living
11.2023 - 04.2024

Private Caregiver

PRIVATE CAREGIVER
10.2018 - 11.2023

High School Diploma -

Rogers High School

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