Keya Hill
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Compassionate Patient Safety Sitter with demonstrated ability to maintain high productivity and efficiently complete tasks in fast-paced environments. Skilled in non-verbal communication, basic medical care, and patient observation, ensuring safety and comfort of patients under care. Excel in empathy, patience, and active listening, facilitating positive interactions and support for patients and healthcare teams.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Safety Sitter
MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center
Baltimore, MD
03.2019 - Current
- Performs direct observation of patients for the purpose of identification of behaviors that are potentially .
- Communicates with patients and encourages casual patient verbalization.
- Remains attentive to the patient at all times, unless relieved of duty by the patient care staff.
- Documents patient activity in electronic health record, as appropriate.
- Monitor patient's safety and well-being, providing support and assistance as needed.
- Provide companionship, comfort, and emotional support to patients.
Caregiver Associate
Grace Home Healthcare Services
Baltimore, MD
01.2015 - 03.2019
- Provide the personal care and support seniors need to live safely at home.
- Assist with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, transportation, and companionship.
- Help with ambulation, transferring, and range of motion exercises.
- Provide medication reminders, document their condition, and notify a supervisor of any concerns.
- Ensure a safe home environment with unobstructed pathways.
- Participate in activities that bring clients joy, such as puzzles, games, reading, and hobbies.
Activities Assistant
Chimes International, LTD
Baltimore, MD
06.2011 - 01.2015
- Assists in planning, coordinating, and evaluating resident activities.
- Encourages resident participation in programs and activities.
- Activities Assistant escorts residents on activities away from the property, as assigned.
- Assists with the registration of residents for trips and programs.
- Maintains necessary activity supplies, which may include outside purchasing.
- Maintains general observation of residents and shares appropriate information with staff.
Mental Health Support Worker
Baltimore City Health Department
Baltimore, MD
10.1999 - 06.2011
- Participate in the planning and evaluation of patient needs, based on patient behaviors.
- Provide direct patient care services in accordance with the treatment plan and under the direction of a professional nurse.
- Assist in providing a safe and therapeutic environment, according to established policies and procedures.
- Engage clients in developing and maintaining therapeutic relationships.
- Assist with the development and implementation of rehabilitation, health homes.
- Recorded vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Assisted clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harbor City
Skills
- Time management
- Compassion
- Vital signs
- Empathy
- Active Listening
- Heavy Lifting
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving aptitude
Certification
- BSL CPR
Timeline
Patient Safety Sitter
MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center
03.2019 - Current
Caregiver Associate
Grace Home Healthcare Services
01.2015 - 03.2019
Activities Assistant
Chimes International, LTD
06.2011 - 01.2015
Mental Health Support Worker
Baltimore City Health Department
10.1999 - 06.2011
High School Diploma -
Harbor City
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