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Margaret Kirkland

Huntsville,AL

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Home Health Aide with extensive experience at Home Instead Seniors Care, Excellent Customer Service Skills! Great People Skills, Customer Service Skills, Proficient in Microsoft Word,, Email, and Great Phone Skills.

Skilled in vital signs monitoring and meal preparation. Proven ability to enhance patient independence and well-being through personalized care, while fostering effective communication and teamwork among caregivers. Committed to improving quality of life for clients through attentive support.

Diligent worker with strong foundation in providing compassionate and personalized care to clients. Proven track record of supporting daily living activities, ensuring safety, and promoting well-being. Demonstrated ability to build rapport with patients and effectively manage varying care needs.

Experienced with providing compassionate care and support to clients. Utilizes effective communication and empathy to enhance patient comfort and trust. Knowledge of managing daily living activities, medication administration, and patient safety protocols.


Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Health Aide

Independent Home Health
01.2021 - 03.2025
  • 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.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.

Home Health Aide

Home Instead Seniors Care
01.2000 - 01.2001
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
  • Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.

Resident Care Supervisor

Hearthstone Assisted Living
08.1999 - 01.2000
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
  • Maintained accurate records of all aspects of resident care, ensuring easy access to information for medical professionals and family members alike when necessary.
  • Trained aides, delegated assignments and supervised assistants.
  • Fostered a positive working environment by facilitating open communication between team members and resolving conflicts in a timely manner.
  • Boosted overall resident safety by conducting regular audits of care procedures and promptly addressing any identified areas for improvement.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills while overseeing a diverse team of caregivers, promoting professional development opportunities as needed.

Housekeeper Aide

Hampton Inn & Suites Hotel
02.1999 - 01.2000
  • Participated in regular performance reviews with supervisors, seeking feedback for continuous improvement in job performance quality and efficiency levels.
  • Maximized efficiency with thorough training in proper cleaning techniques and use of equipment.
  • Reduced complaints by promptly addressing any housekeeping issues and providing swift solutions.
  • Managed laundry responsibilities efficiently, ensuring clean linens were readily available for room turnovers.
  • Safeguarded guests'' personal belongings by following strict protocols for handling lost items and valuables found during room servicing.

Education

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster

No Degree - Interdisciplinary Studies

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Meal preparation
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Bathing assistance
  • Patient care

Timeline

Home Health Aide

Independent Home Health
01.2021 - 03.2025

Home Health Aide

Home Instead Seniors Care
01.2000 - 01.2001

Resident Care Supervisor

Hearthstone Assisted Living
08.1999 - 01.2000

Housekeeper Aide

Hampton Inn & Suites Hotel
02.1999 - 01.2000

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster

No Degree - Interdisciplinary Studies

Liberty University