Kayann Nelson
Lauderdale Lakes,FL
Summary
With a proven track record at Coast To Coast Health Care Solutions Inc., I excel in delivering compassionate care and vital signs monitoring, enhancing patient well-being. My expertise in crisis intervention and cultural sensitivity has significantly improved client health outcomes, demonstrating a strong ability to meet diverse needs with confidence and efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
HHA
affordable nursing
Lauderhill, FL
12.2013 - 12.2024
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Changed bed linens regularly ensuring a clean environment for the client at all times.
- Answered questions from family members about the care being provided to the client.
- Organized client's personal items for easy access during daily activities.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Gave assistance with ambulation using proper body mechanics techniques when necessary.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Checked vital signs on a regular basis such as blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Accompanied clients on errands outside the home such as shopping trips and doctor visits.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Observed changes in client's physical or mental condition and reported any changes immediately to supervisor or case manager.
- Assisted clients with proper exercises and rehabilitation.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices or on other trips outside home.
- Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.
- Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading, and board games.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and preferences of the client.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations as needed.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and assisted with errands.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations using appropriate safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care plans and progress notes.
- Provided companionship services to patients in their homes, including reading aloud, playing board games and engaging in conversation.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to clients who were ill or had disabilities.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Checked patients' pulse, temperature and respiration.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
HHA
Coast To Coast Health Care Solutions Inc.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
07.2009 - 10.2020
- Maintained records of patient care, progress or problems to report and discuss observations.
- Massaged patients or applied liniment, alcohol rubs or heat-lamp stimulation.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Maintained updated records and safeguarded patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Changed bed linens regularly ensuring a clean environment for the client at all times.
- Encouraged patients to maintain independence while helping them complete tasks they are unable to do alone.
- Organized client's personal items for easy access during daily activities.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Gave assistance with ambulation using proper body mechanics techniques when necessary.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Checked vital signs on a regular basis such as blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
- Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vere Technical High
Jamaica08-2000
Skills
- Bathing assistance
- Cultural sensitivity
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate care
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Vital signs monitoring
Timeline
HHA
affordable nursing
12.2013 - 12.2024
HHA
Coast To Coast Health Care Solutions Inc.
07.2009 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Vere Technical High
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