Compassionate Caregiverwith special Needs, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in behavior modification techniques, emergency response training, and adaptive communication strategies to support individuals with diverse needs. Excel in patience, empathy, and active listening, ensuring comfort and trust while fostering independence and learning among clients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver, Special Needs
Lee Family Care Home
Antioch, CA
08.2023 - Current
Assisted special needs individuals with daily activities such as feeding, bathing, and dressing.
Monitored the physical and emotional health of clients.
Supported clients in community integration activities such as recreational outings, shopping trips, and social gatherings.
Encouraged independence by teaching basic self-care tasks such as brushing teeth and washing hands.
Administered medication when needed according to doctor's instructions.
Maintained accurate records of services rendered for each client.
Transported clients to appointments or other destinations using a wheelchair-accessible vehicle.
Developed positive relationships with families of special needs individuals.
Performed light housekeeping duties related to client care such as laundry, changing bed linens, or preparing meals.
Offered emotional support during difficult times, such as illness, hospitalization, or bereavement.
Adapted existing programs to meet the specific requirements of each client.
Kept up-to-date on the latest developments in the field of special education through continuing education courses.
Observed, reported, and documented patient status and care provided.
Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
Nurse Assistant
centre de sante urban Akouedo-Atie
Abidjan, Cocody, Ivory Coast
06.2020 - 02.2023
Daily activities: Assisting patients with bathing, dressing, eating, and grooming
Vital signs: Taking and recording patient vital signs, such as temperature and blood pressure.
Ensured that medical equipment was properly maintained and functioning correctly.
Helped maintain a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols such as handwashing techniques before touching any patient or equipment.
Reported any changes in patient condition immediately to the RN or physician on duty.
Provided emotional support for family members during difficult times in the hospital setting.
Observed universal precautions at all times when handling infectious materials or bodily fluids.
Delivered ahigh level of care to every patient.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating the healthcare team on patient status.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers, and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables, and surgical tables.
Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.