Mona Henos
Student, Mom And Part Time Caregiver
Enid,OK
Summary
Dedicated Caregiver with a proven track record at Evergreen Life Services, enhancing patient quality of life through expert care plan assessment and compassionate communication. Achieved a 40% improvement in patient wellness metrics by integrating clinical quality standards and fostering community integration. Skilled in medication administration and adept at building trust with patients and families.
Overview
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year of professional experience
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Work History
Caregiver
Evergreen Life Services
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
- Efficiently organized schedules for multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
Education
Bachelor Of Social Work - Early Learning And Child Care
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Enid, OKAssociate Of Applied Science - Nursing
Northern Oklahoma College
Enid, OK05.2024
Skills
Clinical quality program standards
Type trained
Care plan assessment
Patient Assessments
Verbal and written communication skills
Progress documentation
Medical Records Management
Flexible schedule and availability
Direct Patient Care
Medication Administration
Patient care
Meal planning and preparation
Community integration
Indirect Patient Care
Meeting planning
Cooking meals
Interior decorating
Filing and data archiving
Schedule Management
Medical chart documentation
Errands
Project planning
Light cleaning
Staff collaboration
Timeline
Caregiver
Evergreen Life Services
12.2023 - Current
Bachelor Of Social Work - Early Learning And Child Care
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Associate Of Applied Science - Nursing
Northern Oklahoma College