Lajunita Welch
Syracuse,NY
Summary
Accomplished Geriatric Caregiver with a proven track record at Loretto Health and Rehab, enhancing patient comfort and quality of life through expert dementia care and emotional support. Skilled in care plan development and medication management, I've significantly improved care continuity by training new caregivers, underscoring my commitment to excellence in patient care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Geriatric Caregiver
Loretto Health and Rehab
12.2019 - 06.2024
- Reinforced positive behavior patterns through consistent implementation of established routines set forth in the care plan.
- Assisted clients with mobility challenges through transfers, ambulation support, and use of assistive devices.
- Trained new caregivers on best practices for geriatric care provision, ensuring continuity of high-quality services within the team.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care to geriatric clients.
Caregiver
Brookdale Assisted Living
02.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Education
Phlebotomy - Health Aide
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY06.2018
Diploma - Business
Henninger High School
Syracuse, NY06.2009
Skills
- Dementia Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Social interaction
- Emotional Support
- End of life care
- Meal Preparation
- Medication Management
- Patient Care
- Care Plan Development
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
Timeline
Caregiver
Brookdale Assisted Living
02.2022 - 11.2023
Geriatric Caregiver
Loretto Health and Rehab
12.2019 - 06.2024
Phlebotomy - Health Aide
Onondaga Community College
Diploma - Business
Henninger High School
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