Malaika Dunton
Bronx,USA
Summary
Professionally trained as a certified Home Health Aide with over 20 years of experience ensuring high standards of care for a wide variety of clients with diverse needs. Skilled in tackling administrative and patient oriented task in a fast pace environment.Knowledgeable CCHT with solid foundation in providing renal care. Adept at performing dialysis procedures and ensuring patient comfort, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Technician/PCT
Davita
08.2020 - 08.2024
- Measured and recorded up to 7 patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Set up and operated 30 dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests daily.
- Supported seamless transitions between 3 shifts by thoroughly updating incoming technicians on patient status and ongoing treatment requirements.
Home Health Aide
Geriatrics Resources / Eleanor Squadron
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Over 15 years experience with the hoya lift.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Scheduled and accompanied patients to and from doctors appointments.
- Work with physical therapist an occupational therapist on range of motion and strengthening the body.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
Home Health Aide
Holistic Care/ Eleanor Squadron
02.2017 - 01.2019
- Supervise three other HHA
- Assist with administer prescribed oral medications, under the written direction of physician or as directed by home care nurse or aide, and ensure patients take their medicine.
- Care for patients by changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning, or assisting with their personal care.
- Perform a variety of duties as requested by client, such as obtaining household supplies or running errands.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
Home Health Aide
Allen Home Care
07.2013 - 11.2018
- Oversee rehabilitation and safety
- Assist nurse with wound care for pressure ulcers and surgical site wounds.
- Help patient with programming new goals and to increase their independence.
Home Health Aide
Allen Home Care
10.2014 - 06.2018
- Assist with stomach tube feeding and cleaning of the area to avoid infection or redness.
- Direct patients in simple prescribed exercises or in the use of braces or artificial limbs.
- 3 years of active work with brain trauma patients with depression.
- Entertain, converse with, or read aloud to patients to keep them mentally healthy and alert.
Home Health Aide
Allen Home Care
05.2017 - 04.2018
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
Home Health Aide
Partners In Care, Inc
01.2005 - 06.2015
- Participate in case reviews, consulting with the team caring for the client, to evaluate the client's needs and plan for continuing services.
- Provide clients with communication assistance, typing their correspondence or obtaining information for them.
Education
GED -
University of The State of New York
New York, NY08-2011
No Degree - Home Health Aide
Cudley's Training Program
The Bronx, NY10-2007
No Degree - CCHT
DaVaita
The Bronx, NY01-2021
No Degree - Nurse Aide/Assistant Course
ABC Training Center
The Bronx, NY10-2008
Skills
- Problem solving (10 years)
- Team player (10 years)
- Time management (10 years)
- Experience with Children (10 years)
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Autism Experience (8 years)
Certification
- Type: Home Health Aide
- Training Program: CUDLEY'S TRAINING PROGRAM
- Successful Completion Date: 2007-10-05
- Status Date: 2009-12-17
Timeline
Dialysis Technician/PCT
Davita
08.2020 - 08.2024
Home Health Aide
Geriatrics Resources / Eleanor Squadron
01.2019 - 08.2021
Home Health Aide
Allen Home Care
05.2017 - 04.2018
Home Health Aide
Holistic Care/ Eleanor Squadron
02.2017 - 01.2019
Home Health Aide
Allen Home Care
10.2014 - 06.2018
Home Health Aide
Allen Home Care
07.2013 - 11.2018
Home Health Aide
Partners In Care, Inc
01.2005 - 06.2015
GED -
University of The State of New York
No Degree - Home Health Aide
Cudley's Training Program
No Degree - CCHT
DaVaita
No Degree - Nurse Aide/Assistant Course
ABC Training Center
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