Merolyne Jepkosgei
Dulles,VA
Summary
Kind Caregiver with experience addressing physical and emotional needs. Familiar with scheduling and managing appointments, coordinating household support, and offering caring companionship. Well-organized with medications and physically fit to handle any client need.
Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with hands-on experience providing companionship and emotional support to residents. Well-versed in accurately documenting vital statistics and health metrics. Committed to creating positive rapport with patients and providing quality patient care.
Dedicated Direct Care Worker passionate about helping clients lead fulfilling lives by managing health-related conditions. Knowledgeable about medication administration, appointments, and social activities. Well-organized and compassionate with good relationship-building skills.
Outgoing Direct Care Worker experienced with patients with disabilities and acute ailments. Well-versed in assisting patients with daily living tasks. Committed to improving patient well-being through personal care and interactive engagement.
Compassionate caregiver with hands-on experience in attending to patient needs in residential and hospital settings. Skilled in administering medication, managing schedules, and maintaining clean living environments for patients. Demonstrated ability to establish meaningful relationships with patients, ensuring comfort and enhancing quality of life. Previous work resulted in significant improvements in patient well-being and satisfaction.
Compassionate Caregiver known for highly productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in personal care assistance, medication management, and mobility support. Excel at communication, patience, and empathy to provide exceptional care and companionship. Adapt quickly to changing patient needs and environments, ensuring comfort and safety at all times.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Caregiver
Al_shughli recruitment agency
Abha , Saudi Arabia
04.2023 - 08.2025
- Provided daily personal care and assistance to clients in their homes.
- Assisted clients with mobility, ensuring safety during daily activities.
- Administered medication and maintained schedules for client health needs.
- Communicated effectively with clients and families to address concerns.
- Maintained clean and safe environments for client welfare and comfort.
- Documented client progress and changes in behavior or condition accurately.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to support client care plans.
- Trained new caregivers on best practices for personal care services.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients when necessary.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
Education
Gocare Training Institute
Nairobi , Kenya Skills
- Medication administration
- Client assessment
- Personal care assistance
- Care plan implementation
- Health care coordination
- Emergency response
- Compliance knowledge
- Record keeping
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Compassionate support
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Training and mentoring
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Caregiver
Al_shughli recruitment agency
04.2023 - 08.2025
Gocare Training Institute