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Mary Urban

Morgan Hill,CA

Summary

Passionate experienced 24 hour caregiver with 15 years experience in providing compassionate and attentive care to elderly and disabled clients in home settings. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities medication management, and mobility support. Expertise in building trusting relationships with clients and their families enhancing their comfort and quality of life. Committed to providing the highest quality of care with focus on safety, comfort and well-being.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Home Caregiver

James Urban
Morgan Hill , CA
01.2009 - Current
  • Providing personal 24 hour care to a client with head injury and subsequent stroke.
  • Offering comprehension support for daily living such as bathing dressing, grooming, and toileting.
  • Plan and prepare healthy meals, and snacks for client and provide assistance with feeding when necessary.
  • Maintained cleanliness of clients environment by cleaning surfaces, washing clothes, and dishes.
  • Administered prescribed medication on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure temperature, and pulse rate.
  • Help maintain safety of the client environment by removing hazard, such as rugs or furniture that could cause fall.
  • Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfer from bed to chair or wheelchair.

Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition medication administrated and other pertinent information.

  • ensuring that all necessary supplies are available in the homes settings at all times.
  • Support client in physical therapy exercises and communicate progress to healthcare providers.
  • Contacted medical providers on behalf of client to follow up on appointments.
  • Consult with client care team to continually update care plan.
  • Build Strong and trusting rapport with client and loved ones.
  • Respond quickly in an emergency situation while remaining calm.

24 Hour Caregiver

Familiar Surroundings Home Care
San Jose, CA
08.2016 - 07.2024

Provided around the clock care to elderly and disabled clients, including those with dementia Alzheimer's, cancer and stroke related conditions.

  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, such as bathing dressing and grooming.
  • Prepared meals, according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Performed housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment for clients.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
  • Provided companionship for clients by engaging in conversations and participated in recreational activities.
  • Provided physical therapy exercises as directed by healthcare professional to maintain clients mobility and health.
  • Transported clients to medical appointment, social events, and errands, ensuring their safety and comfort during travel.
  • Manage clients who were fall risk, and those requiring wheelchair assistance, implementing appropriate safety measures..

Education

Cosmetology - Prepared For License Examination

Gavilan College
Gilroy, CA
07-1990

Skills

  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Direct Patient Care
  • COVID-19 Safety Policies
  • Fall prevention
  • Progress Documentation
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Relationship Building
  • Care Plan Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Daily living activities assistance
  • Medication and Appointment Reminders
  • Client Transportation
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Housekeeping
  • Patient care and companionship
  • [Language] Fluency
  • Time Management
  • Verbal and written communication skill
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Meal Preparation
  • Stroke Care
  • Physical therapy support
  • Compassionate Caregiving
  • Emotional Support

Certification

  • Relias classes Certificate of Completion - 2017-2024 Duties of a Caregiver- Preventing, Recognizing, and Reporting Abuse- Sexual Harassment for Employees-California-About Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia- Be Positive- Going the Extra Mile- Using Mechanical Lifts Safely

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

24 Hour Caregiver

Familiar Surroundings Home Care
08.2016 - 07.2024

Private Home Caregiver

James Urban
01.2009 - Current

Cosmetology - Prepared For License Examination

Gavilan College
Mary Urban