KIEDRE-ANN SPREWELL
Gretna
Summary
A seasoned caregiver with extensive experience at Pegasus Senior Living, I excel in providing compassionate communication and direct patient care, adept in chronic disease management and emotional support. Demonstrated ability to improve patient well-being and safety through meticulous adherence to healthcare protocols, enhancing the quality of life for those under my care. Compassionate professional with experience providing personal care and assistance in home care settings. Skilled in delivering a variety of services including mobility assistance, meal preparation, medication reminders, and appointment scheduling. Proven ability to build strong relationships with clients and their families, while providing quality care.
Dedicated caregiver with expertise in patient companionship, chronic disease management, and compassionate communication, committed to enhancing resident well-being and comfort.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
ST Judes Nursing Home
New Orleans, LA
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident rooms, promoting a safe environment.
- Supported recreational activities, enhancing resident engagement and social interaction.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records to ensure compliance.
- Trained new staff members on protocols and best practices for resident care.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to overall safety standards within the facility.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- 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.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Caregiver
Right At Home
Matairie, LA
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Participated in case reviews, consulted with team caring for client, to evaluate client's needs and plan for continuing services.
- Performed healthcare-related tasks, such as monitoring vital signs and medication, under direction of registered nurses and physiotherapists.
- Prepared and maintained records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager and supervisor.
- Fostered an atmosphere of trust and respect through positive interactions with all individuals involved in the care process.
- Maintained secure environment for staff and residents, following established safety standards.
- Responded appropriately to physical, emotional and developmental needs of residents.
- Evaluated client's needs to plan for continuing services.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry, meal preparation.
Caregiver
Pegasus Senior Living
Kenner, LA
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with clients, families and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintained secure environment for staff and residents, following established safety standards.
- Provided compassionate care to elderly patients, adapting to their individual needs and preferences.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths and wheelchairs.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations and provided necessary first aid.
- Served clients regular balanced meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Provided proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown.
- Recognized early signs of distress or decline in health status and responded accordingly.
- Assisted residents in activities of daily living to maintain health and dignity.
Home Health Aide
ST Thomas Health Department
Morant Bay Jamaica
02.2019 - 04.2022
- Trained junior aides in best practices for patient care and safety protocols, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Implemented improvements in patient scheduling, increasing efficiency of service delivery across the department.
- Developed strong relationships with clients to promote trust and enhance overall quality of care provided.
- 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.
- 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.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
Education
Program -
Life Care LLC
Marrero, LA07.2024
Diploma in Nursing - undefined
Career Nursing International
ST. Thomas, Jamaica12.2019
High School Diploma -
ST Thomas Technical High School
ST Thomas Jamaica07.2008
Skills
- Chronic Disease Management
- Documentation
- Patient Companionship
- Basic Housekeeping
- Meal Preparation
- Behavioral Management
- HIPAA Compliance
- ADL Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Incident Reporting
- Emotional Support
- Direct Patient Care
- COVID-19 Safety Policies
- Compassionate communication
- Relationship Building
- Hoyer Lifting Equipment
- PPE Usage
- Indirect Patient Care
- Housekeeping
- Multitasking and Organization
- First aid and safety
- [Language] Fluency
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Dementia Care
- Elderly Care
- Basic life support
- Bedside manner
- Safety precautions
- Electronic charting
- Patient-focused care
- Documenting behaviors
- Feeding assistance
- Positioning patients
- Transfer techniques
- Urinary catheter care
Certification
CNA # 334907
BLS- AB1544531
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
ST Judes Nursing Home
05.2025 - Current
Caregiver
Right At Home
08.2023 - 07.2024
Caregiver
Pegasus Senior Living
06.2022 - 10.2023
Home Health Aide
ST Thomas Health Department
02.2019 - 04.2022
Diploma in Nursing - undefined
Career Nursing International
Program -
Life Care LLC
High School Diploma -
ST Thomas Technical High School