Kayln Smith
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Caregiver with extensive experience at Meetingcaregivers and Goodyear Neighbor Support Services, adept in elderly care and proficient in Hoyer Lifting Equipment. Excelled in providing compassionate support, enhancing quality of life for clients, and efficiently managing time. Achieved significant improvements in patients' well-being through effective problem-solving and strong interpersonal skills.
Reliable and compassionate, always dedicated to providing high-quality care and support. Possesses foundational knowledge in patient care and safety, coupled with basic skills in daily living assistance and communication. Committed to making positive impact on clients' well-being and quality of life.
Thrives in supportive and compassionate settings, looking to transition into new field. Developed strong communication and empathy skills, along with ability to manage daily care routines effectively. Aims to bring these transferrable skills to new role, contributing to positive and caring environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Meetingcaregivers
05.2024 - Current
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
Caregiver
Goodyear Neighbor Support Services
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
Education
High School Diploma -
Florence Crittenton
Phoenix, AZ05-2005
Skills
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Time Management
- Elderly Care
- Problem-Solving
- Hoyer Lifting Equipment
- PPE Usage
- First Aid& CPR
Certification
- Adult CPR/AED certification – American Red Cross.
- First Aid Certification
- Prevention and Support
- Article IX
- Division of Developmental Disabilities
- Forklift Certification
Timeline
Caregiver
Meetingcaregivers
05.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Goodyear Neighbor Support Services
01.2024 - 02.2024
High School Diploma -
Florence Crittenton
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