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Mary K Wireko

Mary K Wireko

Linden NJ,NJ

Summary

Dedicated CHHA with a proven track record of enhancing patient well-being at Millennium Hospice through expert care plan management and compassionate client care. Leveraged skills in medication administration and emotional support to boost patient satisfaction. Adept at fostering patient independence while maintaining safety and dignity, contributing significantly to team success and patient quality of life.

Work History

CHHA

Private Home
  • Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical professionals promptly.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient progress, ensuring optimal care outcomes.
  • Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary teams, contributing valuable insights for comprehensive patient care plans.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks for patients'' homes, maintaining cleanliness and promoting a comfortable living space.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and individualized care.
  • Coordinated respite care services when necessary, allowing caregivers much-needed breaks while still ensuring excellent patient care continuity.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering a nurturing environment.
  • Contributed to the overall success of the CHHA team by sharing best practices and strategies for improving patient care outcomes.
  • Improved overall patient satisfaction by consistently providing attentive and respectful care services.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques and disease prevention, empowering them to take control of their health.
  • Managed time efficiently by prioritizing tasks based on urgency level without sacrificing attention to detail or quality of service rendered.
  • Safely transported patients to medical appointments or community events as needed, facilitating socialization opportunities and timely access to healthcare services.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for each patient.
  • Assisted with mobility-related tasks such as transferring from bed to wheelchair, promoting independence and injury prevention.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, promoting proper health management.
  • Conducted regular safety checks in patient homes, reducing potential hazards and ensuring a secure environment.
  • Continuously maintained up-to-date knowledge on medical practices through ongoing professional development programs, enhancing the quality of care provided to patients.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' family members, fostering trust and open communication channels for effective care collaboration.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary needs, supporting patients'' overall health goals.
  • 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.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
  • Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Assisted with end-of-life care.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
  • Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
  • Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
  • Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
  • Planned and implemented community outreach and events to provide health education about cancer, self-care and preventive breast examinations.

Home Health Aide

Millennium Hospice
  • 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.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • 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.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • 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.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
  • Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans, addressing specific needs and goals of each patient.
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by healthcare providers, improving patient comfort and mobility.
  • Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
  • Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
  • Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations including non-English speakers or individuals with cognitive impairments.
  • Managed complex wound care under the supervision of a registered nurse, facilitating timely healing processes.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Assisted with end-of-life care.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
  • Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
  • Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
  • Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
  • Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
  • Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
  • Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
  • Planned and implemented community outreach and events to provide health education about cancer, self-care and preventive breast examinations.

Education

Outside UA

CNA ACADEMY
Connecticut
11.2034

Skills

  • Bathing assistance
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Grooming assistance
  • Dressing assistance
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Meal preparation
  • Feeding assistance
  • Transfer techniques
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Respiratory care
  • Nutrition support
  • Diabetic care
  • Confidentiality
  • Toileting assistance
  • First aid and CPR
  • Range of motion exercises
  • First aid and safety
  • Recording vital signs
  • Behavioral support
  • Patient education
  • Housekeeping
  • Safety procedures
  • Emotional support
  • Bedside care
  • Pain management
  • Client documentation
  • Mobility support
  • Patient transport
  • Medication administration
  • Infection control
  • Behavioral management
  • Documentation
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Medication organization
  • Light housekeeping
  • Behavior redirection
  • Crisis intervention
  • Schedule management
  • Patient transportation
  • Patient advocacy
  • ADL support
  • Medical charting
  • Care plan implementation
  • Care plan management
  • Care plan assessment
  • Case management
  • Progress documentation
  • Care plan adherence
  • Nutrition management
  • Physical therapy support
  • Chronic disease management
  • Clinical quality program standards

  • Patient lifting techniques
  • Personal care services
  • Clinical documentation and reporting
  • Quality program protocols
  • Nutritional meal preparation
  • Client safety and first aid
  • Case management experience
  • Compassionate client care
  • Medical terminology and equipment
  • Bathing assistance
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Elder care
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Emotional support and companionship
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Bathing support
  • Excellent communication
  • Activities of daily living (adls)
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Personal care
  • Decision-making
  • Dementia care
  • Compassionate care
  • Heavy lifting
  • Daily charting
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Relationship building
  • Physical fitness
  • Breathing treatments
  • Team building

Additional Information

CHHA

CNA

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

CHHA

Private Home

Home Health Aide

Millennium Hospice

Outside UA

CNA ACADEMY
Mary K Wireko