Maxwell Afrifa
Pemberton,NJ
Summary
Six(6) years Certified Home Health Aide with background working with community healthcare organizations, delivering support to practitioners and patients. Provides clinical and administrative assistance, primary healthcare and emergency response services. Passionate about educating patients on maintaining healthy lifestyles.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Home Health Aide
Bayada Home Care
05.2018 - Current
- Scheduled and coordinated 5 to 10 medical appointments.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, identifying potential health issues early on for prompt intervention by medical professionals when necessary.
- Administered medications to 20 patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks for patients, creating clean and comfortable living environment conducive to healing.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided companionship reducing feelings loneliness isolation improving patient's overall emotional wellbeing.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Provided emotional support to patients during times of stress or illness, fostering resilience and mental wellbeing.
- Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Direct Support Professional
New Lisbon Developmental Center
05.2015 - Current
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of 20 patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Aspen Hills Healthcare Center
07.2013 - 08.2015
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Oversaw and maintained 20 patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Completed activities of daily living for 15 patients unable to do self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
No Degree - Home Health Aide
Com - Tech Institute
East Orange NJ03.2010
Diploma - Business Management
University of Ghana
Accra,Ghana06.1992
GED -
Collins Senior High School
Ashanti,Ghana06.1989
Skills
- New Jersey Driver's License
- Medication Management
- Disability Support
- Basic Housekeeping
- Data Entry
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
- Documentation
- Patient Transport
- Behavior redirection
- Breathing Treatments
- Transportation Assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Ambulation Assistance
- Appointment Scheduling
- Documentation And Reporting
- Behavioral support
- Nutrition management
- Bathing Support
- Patient Health Assessments
- Care plan assessment
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balancePaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsPaid time offFlexible work hoursCareer advancement401k matchTeam Building / Company RetreatsAccomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Achieved 100% customer satisfaction through effectively helping to creat customers suggestion box at main entreance to company.
- Supervised team of 60 staff members in my department.
- Achieved $50,000 profit by completing company's production target 5months ahead of time with accuracy and efficiency.
Timeline
Certified Home Health Aide
Bayada Home Care
05.2018 - Current
Direct Support Professional
New Lisbon Developmental Center
05.2015 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Aspen Hills Healthcare Center
07.2013 - 08.2015
No Degree - Home Health Aide
Com - Tech Institute
Diploma - Business Management
University of Ghana
GED -
Collins Senior High School
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