Klara Apro
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at Amy Katzman and Jane Simon, skilled in medication administration and patient care. Proven ability to enhance clients' quality of life through personalized care plans and effective communication. Committed to fostering independence and well-being while ensuring safety and comfort in daily living activities.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Duty Caregiver
Amy Katzman and Jane Simon
04.2011 - Current
- Provided personal care assistance to clients, enhancing daily living activities and overall well-being.
- Developed personalized care plans based on client needs, preferences, and health conditions.
- Administered medication and monitored vital signs, ensuring adherence to healthcare protocols.
- Assisted clients with mobility and physical exercises, promoting strength and independence.
- Help my clients with record keeping and paying bills
- I prepared daily well balanced nutritional meals
- I provided rides to doctors, shopping and social functions
- As a primary caregiver I trained and supervised additional caregivers
- As primary caregiver I trained and supervised additional care givers.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by following hygiene standards and infection control practices.
- Communicated effectively with families and healthcare professionals regarding client progress and concerns.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as grooming, bathing, dressing, and feeding for increased comfort and independence.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of clients'' physical abilities, mental status, personal preferences, goals, and available resources in order to provide optimal care solutions.
- Improved client''s quality of life by providing compassionate and personalized care in their homes.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients'' families through open communication channels and regular updates on progress or concerns.
CNA
Visiting Nurses Association
06.1994 - 01.2020
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and adherence to care plans.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort in a compassionate environment.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, documenting changes to inform healthcare team of potential concerns.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop personalized care strategies based on individual patient needs.
Senior Caregiver
Cliff York
09.2010 - 12.2012
- Provided compassionate personal care, ensuring comfort and dignity for clients in daily activities.
- Assisted with medication management, promoting adherence to prescribed health regimens.
- Developed individualized care plans tailored to client needs and preferences.
- Monitored clients' physical and emotional conditions, adjusting care approaches as necessary for optimal support.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to medication schedules.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Ensured timely reporting of changes in patient condition to supervising nurses or physicians for immediate intervention.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Utilized effective communication skills to address any concerns or questions from clients or their family members.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Geography And Business
University of Sarajevo, Yugoslavia
Sarajevo06-1984
Skills
- Bathing assistance
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- First aid and safety
- Dressing assistance
- Dementia care
- Compassionate care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Documentation accuracy
- Emotional support
- Meal preparation
- Alzheimer's care
- Medication administration
- Palliative care
- Nutrition management
- Toileting assistance
- Range of motion exercises
- Transfer assistance
- Fall prevention
- Respectful and compassionate
- Problem-solving
- Elderly care
- Multitasking and organization
- Daily living assistance
- Dependable and responsible
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Strong ethics
- Compassion and empathy
- Direct patient care
- Team collaboration
- Safety awareness
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Housekeeping
Languages
Croatian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Private Duty Caregiver
Amy Katzman and Jane Simon
04.2011 - Current
Senior Caregiver
Cliff York
09.2010 - 12.2012
CNA
Visiting Nurses Association
06.1994 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Geography And Business
University of Sarajevo, Yugoslavia