Lisa Farkas
Grand Haven
Summary
Experienced Home Health Aide skilled in patient care coordination and emergency response. Proven track record of fostering strong client relationships and ensuring safety and comfort, while actively monitoring health conditions to deliver impactful care.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Self-employeed
ottawa county
2018 - Current
- Provided personal care and assistance with daily living activities for clients.
- Facilitated mobility and exercise routines for clients, enhancing physical health and independence.
- Administered medications and monitored client health conditions according to healthcare professionals' guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of client care and reported changes to supervisors promptly.
- Coordinated with family members to implement and monitor adherence to individualized care plans.
- Offered companionship and emotional support to enhance overall well-being of clients.
- Ensured a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment for all clients served.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Assisted client in understanding and following medication self-administration protocols.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Organized and led recreational activities, fostering social interaction and mental stimulation for clients.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Answered patient calls promptly, providing assistance or referring them to appropriate personnel when needed.
- Participated in developing individualized care plans based on medical orders and assessments.
- Instructed family members regarding proper home care techniques and infection control procedures.
Home Health Aide
Peace At Home Caregivers
Grand Haven
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Established trusting rapport with patients, enhancing their comfort and quality of care.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Promoted client independence by instructing on self-care skills, improving daily living capabilities.
- Documented and communicated clients' progress through detailed observations and discussions.
- Answered patient calls promptly, providing assistance or referring them to appropriate personnel when needed.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
certified lactation counselor
Noch
Grand Haven
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Educated clients on breastfeeding practices and techniques for successful lactation.
- Provided personalized counseling sessions to address individual breastfeeding challenges.
- Developed educational materials to support breastfeeding awareness and resources.
Nursing Assistant
North Ottawa Community Hospital
Grand Haven
01.1988 - 01.2016
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Supported patients with mobility challenges during transfers and ambulation.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address their needs and concerns.
- Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and self-care practices.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Supported nurses and physicians during patient care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and moving patients.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for the dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and a courteous environment.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Protected patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
- Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Executed fall prevention techniques in accordance with care plan to ensure patient safety.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, and exercising.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing such as urine samples and blood draws.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Repositioned bedridden patients regularly to prevent bedsores and promote comfort.
- Provided wound care assistance to nurses for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds to enhance patient recovery.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on a frequent basis.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Ensured patient readiness for surgical interventions by performing shaving and draping tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grand Haven High School
Grand Haven, MI05-1988
Nursing
Muskegon Community College
Muskegon, MISkills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Health record documentation
- Emergency response
- Patient care planning
- Care coordination
- Client safety and first aid
- Safety procedures
- Mobility support
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Bathing assistance
- Dementia support
- Family education support
- Patient advocacy
- Medication organization
- Valid driver's license
- Client relationship management
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Peace At Home Caregivers
02.2016 - 02.2018
certified lactation counselor
Noch
01.2012 - 01.2016
Nursing Assistant
North Ottawa Community Hospital
01.1988 - 01.2016
Home Health Aide
Self-employeed
2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
Grand Haven High School
Nursing
Muskegon Community College