Lucy Chirwa
Federal Way
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with experience at Twin Lakes Adult Family Home, providing compassionate support and enhancing clients' quality of life. Skilled in meal preparation and emotional support, I effectively implemented fall prevention strategies and monitored vital signs, ensuring safety and comfort for all clients. Committed to fostering independence and dignity in daily living.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Twin Lakes Adult Family Home
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
Education
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Polytechnic Management Centre Malawi
Lilongwe, MW06-2021
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Daily living assistance
- Basic housekeeping
- Emotional support
- Meal preparation
- Compassionate care
- First aid and safety
- Dementia care
- Medical record-keeping
Accomplishments
- Family Satisfaction: Earned a 95% satisfaction score from family members for quality of care and communication
- Built Deep Relationships: Formed lasting bonds with clients and their families, offering emotional support during vulnerable times.
- Trained New Staff: Mentored 10 new caregivers, improving team efficiency and reducing onboarding time by 20%.
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
chichewa
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Caregiver
Twin Lakes Adult Family Home
09.2023 - Current
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Polytechnic Management Centre Malawi
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