Keisha Richards-Locke
Queens,NY
Summary
Dedicated Home Health Aide with a proven track record at Joyful Health Care, enhancing patient independence and quality of life through expert care plan management and interpersonal communication. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and providing compassionate support, significantly improving patient well-being. Certified in CPR/AED, adept at ensuring safety and promoting health.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Joyful Health Care
Centerreach Longisland
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
New Born Baby Nurse
Rocks Bye Baby Agency
New Jersey
09.2017 - 08.2020
- Facilitated open communication between family members to address any concerns or challenges related to infant care practices.
- Supported postpartum mothers by offering emotional encouragement and practical assistance during the recovery period.
- Maintained a clean and organized living environment for infants, ensuring that all necessary supplies were well-stocked and readily available.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals in scheduling routine check-ups, vaccinations, and follow-up appointments for infants under my care.
- Collaborated with families to support their individual parenting styles and preferences while providing expert guidance on infant care practices.
- Managed challenging situations such as colic, reflux issues or other health complications with patience and expertise.
- Promoted early learning by engaging infants in age-appropriate activities such as tummy time and sensory play.
- Reduced parental stress by efficiently managing night-time feedings, diaper changes, and soothing techniques.
Education
Home Health Aide
Expanding Horizons
Woodside Ny10.2020
Browns Town High School
Jamaica West Indies 06.1997
Skills
- Patient Care
- Meal Preparation
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bathing Assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Light Housekeeping
- First aid and safety
- Mobility support
- Care Plan Management
- Recording vital signs
- Behavioral support
- Home Safety Assessments
- Interpersonal Communication
- Medication organization
- Physical therapy support
- Ambulation Assistance
- State Driver's License
- Elder Care
- Bathing Support
- Home Health Aide (HHA)
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
New Born Baby Nurse
Rocks Bye Baby Agency
09.2017 - 08.2020
Home Health Aide
Joyful Health Care
Home Health Aide
Expanding Horizons
Browns Town High School