Lora Snyder
Sullivan,IL
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at Aspen Creek of Sullivan IL, skilled in personal hygiene assistance and health monitoring. Recognized for enhancing resident well-being through emotional support and effective communication. Proven ability to train new staff, ensuring high-quality care and maintaining a safe environment for elderly clients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elderly Caregiver
Aspen Creek of Sullivan IL
08.2023 - Current
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly residents
- Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing first aid treatment when necessary and alerting medical personnel if required.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Coordinated closely with family members on updates regarding their loved one''s condition while respecting privacy.
- Improved mobility for elderly individuals by assisting with exercises and physical therapy routines.
- Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA regulations while documenting and sharing pertinent information with authorized parties.
- Organized recreational activities that increased social interaction among residents.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals, ensuring prompt medical attention.
- Trained new caregivers, sharing best practices and ensuring high-quality care across team.
- Maintained clean and safe living environments, significantly reducing risk of falls and infections.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Housekeeper
VSI/Richard L Owen’s Hospice Home
02.2019 - 04.2021
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in rooms and common areas.
- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Maintained a spotless environment for guests through diligent daily housekeeping tasks.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Maximized efficiency of housekeeping operations through effective communication with team members and supervisors.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
- Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
- Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work schedule according to fluctuating occupancy rates.
Education
Bement High School
Bement IL08-1995
Skills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Documentation and reporting
- Meal preparation
- Compassionate caregiving
- Dementia care
- Emotional support
- Clear communication
- Housekeeping
- Patient care
- End-of-life care
- Infection control
- Client documentation
- Alzheimer's support
- Incontinence care
- Basic mathematics
- Behavior redirection
- Physical therapy support
- Friendly and outgoing
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Bathing assistance
- Empathy and patience
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Compassionate care
- Feeding assistance
- Record keeping
- Health monitoring
- Emotional companionship
- Fall prevention
- First aid and CPR
Certification
CPR certified
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver
Aspen Creek of Sullivan IL
08.2023 - Current
Housekeeper
VSI/Richard L Owen’s Hospice Home
02.2019 - 04.2021
Bement High School
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