Makayla Mayfield
Tyler,TX
Summary
Proven Caregiver with a track record of enhancing patient quality of life at Primrose Retirement Community. Excelled in elderly care and emotional support, significantly improving client wellness and independence. Skilled in patient companionship and time management, adept at creating meaningful relationships while ensuring safety and comfort. Demonstrates strong ethics and a flexible schedule to meet diverse patient needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Primrose Retirement Community
07.2024 - Current
- 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 activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Caregiver
Visiting Angles
03.2022 - 11.2023
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- 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.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
Education
Nursing
Chapel Hill High School
Tyler 04.2022
Skills
- Time Management
- Elderly Care
- Problem-Solving
- Patient Care
- Dependable and Responsible
- Multitasking and Organization
- Emotional Support
- Strong Ethics
- Relationship Building
- Compassionate Care
- Flexible Schedule
- Verbal and written communication skills
- First aid and safety
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Dementia Care
- Patient Companionship
Timeline
Caregiver
Primrose Retirement Community
07.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Visiting Angles
03.2022 - 11.2023
Nursing
Chapel Hill High School