Nakirsha Hames
Hemet,CA
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at IHSS Public Authority, providing compassionate support and enhancing client independence. Skilled in daily living assistance and medication management, I foster strong relationships through effective communication. Committed to maintaining a safe environment, I prioritize patient dignity while ensuring adherence to care plans for optimal health outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
IHSS Public Authority
06.2013 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing overall quality of life.
- Monitored client health and safety, ensuring adherence to care plans.
- Implemented effective communication strategies to understand client needs and preferences.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments, facilitating access to essential services.
- Maintained clear documentation of client progress and care provided for accountability.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
EVS Housekeeper
Hospital
03.2020 - 2021
- Maintained cleanliness in patient rooms, ensuring adherence to hospital sanitation standards.
- Operated cleaning equipment efficiently to enhance surface hygiene across facilities.
- Disposed of biohazard materials following safety protocols and regulations.
- Assisted in restocking supplies, contributing to uninterrupted workflow for healthcare staff.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to address specific cleaning needs promptly and effectively.
- Conducted routine inspections to uphold cleanliness and infection control measures consistently.
- Implemented feedback from supervisors to improve cleaning processes and service quality continuously.
- Interacted with hospital staff, patients, and families to demonstrate good customer service techniques.
- Cleaned and disinfected patient exam rooms, surgery suites, and common areas to promote sanitary treatment and services environment.
- Enhanced cleanliness by thoroughly disinfecting high-touch surfaces in patient rooms and common areas.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Wore necessary personal protective equipment to minimize risks from hazardous materials, biohazards, and other harmful substances.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Supported overall patient satisfaction by addressing their housekeeping concerns promptly and professionally.
- Reduced cross-contamination risks by properly disposing of hazardous waste materials according to facility guidelines.
- Practiced established infection control methods to reduce risks to patients, families, and medical staff.
- Completed daily tasks efficiently while adapting to the changing needs of the facility during peak periods or emergencies.
Education
High School Diploma - Academic
High School Equibalency
Long Beach, CASkills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Daily living assistance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Basic housekeeping
- Housekeeping
- Meal preparation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Compassionate care
- Patient companionship
- Compassionate communication
- Medication and appointment reminders
Timeline
EVS Housekeeper
Hospital
03.2020 - 2021
Caregiver
IHSS Public Authority
06.2013 - Current
High School Diploma - Academic
High School Equibalency