Leyshka Lozano Perez
Philadelphia
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Home Health Aide with proven expertise at Chosen Family Home Care, excelling in patient care and medication administration. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and client advocacy, I enhance patient well-being through effective communication and personalized support, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for diverse populations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Chosen Family Home Care
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored patient health status, reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
- Administered medications as prescribed, maintaining accurate records of dosages.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, adhering to hygiene standards and protocols.
- Engaged in continuous learning about caregiving techniques and best practices.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by healthcare providers, improving patient comfort and mobility.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations including non-English speakers or individuals with cognitive impairments.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
- Planned and implemented community outreach and events to provide health education about cancer, self-care and preventive breast examinations.
Education
GED - Cmaa
Congreso
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Patient care
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bathing assistance
- Housekeeping
- Dressing assistance
- Light housekeeping
- First aid and safety
- Care plan management
- Recording vital signs
- Client documentation
- Patient transportation
- Home safety assessments
- ADL support
- Wound care
- Medication organization
- Care plan adherence
- Medication administration
- Schedule management
- Patient advocacy
- Medical charting
- Ambulation assistance
- Physical therapy support
- Chronic disease management
- Nutrition management
- Safety procedures
- Infection control
- Respiratory care
- Ambulation techniques
- Toileting assistance
- Family caregiver education
- Patient lifting techniques
- State regulations
- Clinical documentation and reporting
- Catheter care assistance
- Client safety and first aid
- Case management experience
- Medical terminology and equipment
- Dementia support
- Special needs care
- Documentation and reporting
- Daily charting
- Home health aide (HHA)
- Dementia care
- CPR/AED
- Certified in CPR/AED
- HIPAA compliance
- Appointment scheduling
- Hospice care
- Home care aide (HCA)
- Disability support
- Family support and instruction
- Certified home health aide (CHHA)
- Data entry
- Certified home health aide
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Chosen Family Home Care
01.2023 - Current
GED - Cmaa
Congreso
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