Lori Harbaugh
York,PA,Pennsylvania
Summary
Proven Direct Care Worker with a track record of enhancing patient wellness at Guiding Hands Elder Care Services. Expert in medication administration and providing emotional support, ensuring 100% compliance with HIPAA. Renowned for reliability and compassionate caregiving, significantly improving clients' quality of life.
Experienced with providing personal care and support to individuals in need. Utilizes effective communication and empathetic approaches to enhance client well-being. Knowledge of best practices in patient care ensures consistently high-quality service.
Diligent Direct Care Worker with strong background in providing personal care and support to individuals with diverse needs. Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships and improve client well-being. Proven skills in communication and empathy have been essential in delivering high-quality care.
Experienced Caregiver accustomed to administering bedside and personal care, ambulation and personal hygiene assistance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Care Worker
Guiding Hands Elder Care Services
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
- Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Utilized active listening skills in order to understand each patient''s unique needs, preferences, and goals for their care plan execution.
- Ensured clean and comfortable living environments through diligent housekeeping duties catered towards individual preferences whenever possible.
Direct Care Worker
Red Lion Homecare LLC
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
- Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using appropriate de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies when necessary.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and individualized care tailored to their specific needs.
- Utilized active listening skills in order to understand each patient''s unique needs, preferences, and goals for their care plan execution.
- Ensured clean and comfortable living environments through diligent housekeeping duties catered towards individual preferences whenever possible.
Direct Care Worker
Public Partnerships, PPL
05.2016 - 08.2021
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
- Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using appropriate de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies when necessary.
- Utilized active listening skills in order to understand each patient''s unique needs, preferences, and goals for their care plan execution.
- Ensured clean and comfortable living environments through diligent housekeeping duties catered towards individual preferences whenever possible.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Addiction & Recovery
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA06.2028
GED -
Lancaster Lebanon IU13
Lancaster, PA06-2013
Skills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Reliability and punctuality
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Compassionate caregiving
- Emotional support
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
- Gardening
- Volunteering
- Outdoor Recreation
- Camping
- Horseback Riding
- Hiking
Timeline
Direct Care Worker
Guiding Hands Elder Care Services
07.2024 - Current
Direct Care Worker
Red Lion Homecare LLC
08.2021 - 06.2024
Direct Care Worker
Public Partnerships, PPL
05.2016 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Addiction & Recovery
Liberty University
GED -
Lancaster Lebanon IU13
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