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Lisa M. Jones

Smoke Rise,GA

Summary

Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience in home care, focused on enhancing patient independence and wellbeing. Proficient in developing personalized care plans and fostering strong relationships to ensure dignity and comfort. Committed to high standards of care, providing emotional support and effective communication to meet individual needs.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver

In Home
03.2006 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
  • Managed laundry, grocery shopping, and errands for seamless daily routines.
  • Provided guidance on dressing, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Executed light housekeeping tasks while maintaining client privacy and cleanliness.
  • Monitored nutritional intake to ensure adherence to dietary goals.
  • Transported individuals to medical appointments and community events, ensuring timely arrivals.
  • Documented daily reports on client progress to facilitate care plan adjustments.
  • Participated in ongoing training to implement best practices in patient care.

Family Caregiver

In Home
09.2002 - 06.2004
  • Managed household tasks to create a clean, organized environment promoting patient wellbeing.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversations and recreational activities, fostering a positive home atmosphere.
  • Coordinated healthcare appointments, ensuring timely access to essential medical services.
  • Assisted patients with physical therapy exercises, enhancing mobility and health outcomes.
  • Advocated for patient needs during interactions with healthcare professionals and insurance companies.
  • Increased patient independence by providing assistive devices and implementing home modifications.
  • Provided end-of-life care, ensuring dignity and comfort for patients and families during difficult times.
  • Transported clients to medical appointments safely and efficiently.

Caretaker

In Home Health Care
02.1995 - 06.1999
  • Delivered compassionate care to residents, assisting with meal preparation and personal grooming.
  • Monitored clients for health issues and responded effectively to urgent needs.
  • Fostered trust through strong relationships with residents and families, ensuring open communication.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of assigned service areas, enhancing overall environment.
  • Created personalized care plans tailored to each client's unique requirements for improved wellness.
  • Provided emotional support through active listening and empathetic communication to strengthen connections.
  • Adapted caregiving strategies based on evolving client needs while ensuring consistent support.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored nutritional intake to meet individual dietary goals.

Education

Nursing

Trinity's School of Nursing/Union County College
Scotch Plains, NJ

Human Services

Spelman College
Atlanta, GA

Certified Nursing Assistant

Woodruff Medical Training School
Tucker, GA
04-2016

Skills

  • Compassionate and respectful care
  • Time management
  • Elderly and dementia care
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependability and responsibility
  • Patient support
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Emotional support
  • Strong ethics
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Hoyer lift operation
  • Incapacitation care
  • Respectful and compassionate

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Languages

English

Timeline

Caregiver

In Home
03.2006 - Current

Family Caregiver

In Home
09.2002 - 06.2004

Caretaker

In Home Health Care
02.1995 - 06.1999

Nursing

Trinity's School of Nursing/Union County College

Human Services

Spelman College

Certified Nursing Assistant

Woodruff Medical Training School
Lisa M. Jones