LAKESHIA LATRELL COATES

Caregiver

Watercrest Senior Living Group

03.2024 - Current

Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.