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Lashanda Ruff

Riverside,CA

Summary

Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience in IHSS Adult Services Program, specializing in elderly care and emotional support. Demonstrated success in enhancing patient well-being through effective communication and tailored care plans. Reliable in managing daily living assistance and medication administration, ensuring optimal health outcomes for clients.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

IHSS Adult Services Program
05.2019 - Current
  • 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.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • 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.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
  • 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.
  • Efficiently organized schedules for multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining high-quality care standards.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • 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.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
  • Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

Program Aide

J&L Daycare
02.2018 - 07.2022
  • Supported planning and coordination of daily and special program activities to ensure smooth operations.
  • Monitored participant progress closely to provide customized support for individual success.
  • Reported issues immediately to supervisor, enabling swift resolutions to challenges encountered.
  • Collaborated with Program Aides to cultivate a unified team dedicated to achieving objectives.
  • Acted as a positive ambassador at community events, enhancing program credibility and outreach.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance and outcomes for informed decision-making.
  • Provided exceptional customer service while fielding inquiries from potential participants and stakeholders.
  • Assisted with maintenance of classroom materials, ensuring a well-equipped learning environment.

Housekeeping

Amazon
01.2020 - 05.2021

Removed waste from work areas by emptying trash bins and replacing liners.

Disinfected countertops, doorknobs, and other frequently touched surfaces.

Cleaned and sanitized restroom surfaces while restocking supplies.

Swept, mopped, and emptied trash while dusting shelves and cleaning equipment.

Conducted monthly deep cleaning of floors, checked drains, and organized storage areas.

Maintained clear and dry floors to ensure safety in work environment.

Organized and labeled inventory for efficient access and management.

Inspected safety equipment such as fire extinguishers to uphold workplace safety standards.

Overnight Stocker

Deckers
02.2020 - 09.2020
  • Maintained proper storage of overstock items, keeping backroom areas organized and accessible for future use.
  • Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
  • Enhanced store appearance for better customer experience through meticulous shelf stocking and arrangement.
  • Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
  • Ensured timely completion of nightly stocking tasks, optimizing store readiness for the following day''s operation.
  • Collaborated with fellow team members, ensuring consistent communication and task distribution for a successful restocking process.
  • Scanned shelves and product cases to locate expired, outdated, and spoiled items.
  • Maintained neat, organized stockroom free of hazards.
  • Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
  • Consistently met or exceeded established stocking goals while maintaining accuracy in product placement throughout the store.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to company safety procedures and promptly addressing potential hazards.

Warehouse Packer

Amazon
04.2017 - 06.2018
  • Inspected products before packaging to avoid shipping defective or damaged goods to customers.
  • Enhanced warehouse efficiency by accurately packing and labeling products for shipment.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to established safety protocols and procedures.
  • Packed, weighed and shipped items per customer specifications.
  • Learned and followed warehouse safety protocols to prevent injuries and accidents.
  • Verified items packaged and address on boxes matched customer order invoices to avoid shipping errors.
  • Operated tape machines, scales and label printers to package items correctly.
  • Increased order accuracy by meticulously following picking lists and double-checking packed items.

Education

Arlington Highschool
Riverside, CA

Skills

  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Time management
  • Elderly care
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Patient care
  • Daily living assistance
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Emotional support
  • Housekeeping
  • Strong ethics
  • Meal preparation
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Relationship building
  • Flexible schedule
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Compassionate care
  • First aid and safety
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • Patient companionship
  • Dementia care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Team collaboration
  • Medication and appointment reminders
  • Supportive companionship
  • Alzheimer's care
  • Direct patient care
  • Behavioral management
  • COVID-19 safety policies
  • Documentation
  • Mobility assistance
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Special needs care
  • Client documentation
  • Medication administration
  • Behavior redirection
  • Patient management
  • ADL assistance
  • Client transportation
  • Incident reporting
  • Care plan assessment
  • End-of-life care
  • Care plan management
  • Hoyer lifting equipment
  • Progress documentation
  • PPE usage
  • Transportation services

Timeline

Overnight Stocker

Deckers
02.2020 - 09.2020

Housekeeping

Amazon
01.2020 - 05.2021

Caregiver

IHSS Adult Services Program
05.2019 - Current

Program Aide

J&L Daycare
02.2018 - 07.2022

Warehouse Packer

Amazon
04.2017 - 06.2018

Arlington Highschool
Lashanda Ruff