Latasha Anderson
Chicago,IL
Summary
Caring Home Health Aide with demonstrated experience providing quality in-home care to elderly, disabled and chronically ill individuals. Skilled in assisting with needs of diverse clientele. Compassionate individual with experience supporting elderly and ill people with in-home care. Promotes understanding attitude and compassionate nature to achieve comfortable and welcoming environment for patients. Knowledgeable Home Health Aide delivers high-quality care to individuals. Creates safe and secure environment while assisting with daily living activities. Offers friendly and understanding attitude.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Care Aide
Kingsway Home Health
04.2019 - Current
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Home Health Aide
Abcor Home Health Care
01.2016 - Current
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Education
Diploma - General Studies
Austin Career Education Center
Chicago, IL01.2009
Skills
- Care Plan Assessment
- Patient Care
- Wheelchair Support
- Medical Reminders
- Compassionate Client Care
- Mobility Support
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Personal Grooming Care
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Infection Control Procedures
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Dressing Assistance
- Observational Skills
- Meal Preparation
- Light Housekeeping
- Bathing and Dressing
- Home Health and Hospice
- Observe Behaviors
- ADLs Assistance
- Stroke Patient Care
- Bed Transfers
- Dementia Care
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Ability to Lift
- In-Home Care Plans
- Housekeeping Duties
Accomplishments
- Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- HCA - Home Care Aide
Timeline
Home Health Care Aide
Kingsway Home Health
04.2019 - Current
Home Health Aide
Abcor Home Health Care
01.2016 - Current
Diploma - General Studies
Austin Career Education Center
- HCA - Home Care Aide
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