Kimora Kennedy
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Kind Caregiver with experience addressing physical and emotional needs. Familiar with scheduling and managing appointments, coordinating household support and offering caring companionship. Well-organized with medications and physically fit to handle any client need. Motivated Lifeguard with abilities and knowledge in preventing critical incidents around water sports and leisure activities. Trained in basic and advanced safety and emergency response techniques. Strong interpersonal and multitasking abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
PFP Senior Home Care
Philadelphia, PA
09.2023 - Current
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Caregiver
Help At Home Health Care
Langhorne, PA
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Lifeguard
American Pool Enterprises Inc.
Langhorne, Pennsylvania
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
- Watched over swimmers to respond quickly to distress situations.
- Maintained neat and clean pool area and clean water.
- Cautioned swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards.
- Identified emergency situations or potential drownings and entered water for lifesaving measures.
- Patrolled to identify anyone needing assistance and offered immediate care.
- Logged chemical readings to keep pool water at safe levels and avoid potential illness among patrons.
- Reminded patrons to walk carefully and avoid running around or near pool edges to prevent falls.
- Complied consistently with pool regulations and policies while encouraging staff to adhere to guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Neshaminy High School
Langhorne, PA06.2022
Skills
- Dependable and Responsible
- Heavy Lifting
- ADL Assistance
- Verbal and Written Communication
- CPR Certified
- Full Safety Compliance
- Decision Making
- Calm Under Pressure
- Sound Judgment
- Accident and Injury Prevention
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Crisis Management
- Team Collaboration
- Program Management
- Patron Support
- Strong Client Relations
- Basic Housekeeping
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Companionship
- Compassionate client care
- Meal Preparation
- Compassionate Care
- Multitasking and Organization
- Behavior redirection
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Emotional Support
Timeline
Caregiver
PFP Senior Home Care
09.2023 - Current
Caregiver
Help At Home Health Care
10.2022 - 09.2023
Lifeguard
American Pool Enterprises Inc.
07.2021 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Neshaminy High School
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