Mariah Wright

Care Giver

Kim Burgess Anett Gipson

Burton, MI

02.2023 - 12.2023

Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.