Melvin Sedeste
Queens,NY
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Carl Briongos
San Tan Valley, AZ
05.2021 - 03.2023
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - BSBA
Mountain View College, Malaybalay, Bukidnon
BagongTaas, Malaybalay, Bukidnon Skills
- Meal Preparation
- Documentation
- Incident Reporting
- Chronic Disease Management
- Care Plan Adherence
- Patient Companionship
- Mobility Assistance
- Progress Documentation
- Behavioral Management
- Basic Housekeeping
- HIPAA Compliance
- Compassionate Client Care
- Quality Program Protocols
- Records Management
- Medication and Appointment Reminders
- Knowledge of State Regulations
- Flexible Schedule
- Incapacitation Care
- Care Plan Management
- COVID-19 Safety Policies
- First Aid and Safety
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Ethics
- Dependable and Responsible
- Records Maintenance
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Case Management Experience
- Problem-Solving
- Client Transportation
- Behavior Redirection
- Indirect Patient Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Care
- Patient Management
- Relationship Building
- Client Documentation
- Compassionate Communication
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Housekeeping
- [Language] Fluency
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Direct Patient Care
- Care Plan Assessment
- Medical Records Management
- Supportive Companionship
- Daily Living Assistance
- Time Management
- Hoyer Lifting Equipment
- Medication Administration
Timeline
Caregiver
Carl Briongos
05.2021 - 03.2023
Some College (No Degree) - BSBA
Mountain View College, Malaybalay, Bukidnon