Kathy Coleman
Hamlin,NY
Summary
Caring [hha dedicated to offering comprehensive personal support. Talented in cooking meals, organizing schedules and updating documentation. Strong knowledge of emotional, physical and social support strategies. Dedicated [Job Title] brings [Number]-year background visiting patients in-home and conducting physical assessments, dressing wounds and assisting with bathing and grooming activities. Polite and courteous professional with in-depth knowledge of CPR and first aid. Committed to collaborating with physicians and families to provide quality patient care. [Type] Health Aide with background working with community healthcare organizations, delivering support to practitioners and patients. Provides clinical and administrative assistance, primary healthcare and emergency response services. Passionate about educating patients on maintaining healthy lifestyles. 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
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HHA
Comfort Keepers Home Care
12.2020 - 02.2023
- 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.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
- Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
- Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
- Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
HHA
Family Care Giver
06.2014 - 05.2016
- 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.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions
CNA
Absolute Fiddlers Green
11.2010 - 04.2014
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Education
C.N.A training - Human Services
Livonia High School
Livonia, NY06.1986
Skills
- Quality Education
- MEDITECH EHR Software
- Patient Condition Observation
- Bathing and Dressing
- Personal Grooming Care
- Dietary Needs
- Household Support
- ADL Support
- Compassionate Client Care
- Wellness Support
- Community Activities
- Ambulance Transfer
- Garbage Disposal
- Knowledge of State Regulations
- Client Direct Care
- Patient Massage
- ADLs Assistance
- Bed Transfers
- First Aid and Safety
- Care Plan Assessment
- Special Needs Care
- Oral Hygiene
- Customer Satisfaction
- Launder Linens
- Assisted Living
- Daily Charting
- Household Chores
- Patient Rapport
- Medical Reminders
- Mental Health Support
- Family Support and Instruction
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Household Management
- Professional Relationships
- Observe Behaviors
- Status Updates
- Mobility Support
- Patient Care
- Oxygen Initiation
- Home Health and Hospice
- Sanitizing Surfaces
- Patient Transport
- Client Requirements
- Light Housekeeping
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Medical Terminology and Equipment
- Medical Charting
- Behavior Redirection
- Personal Care Assistance
- Housekeeping
Accomplishments
home health certifications
Certification
- HHA - Home Health Aide
Timeline
HHA
Comfort Keepers Home Care
12.2020 - 02.2023
HHA
Family Care Giver
06.2014 - 05.2016
CNA
Absolute Fiddlers Green
11.2010 - 04.2014
C.N.A training - Human Services
Livonia High School
- HHA - Home Health Aide
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