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Nancy Bell

Johnson City,TN

Summary

Caring Home Health Aide with demonstrated experience providing quality in-home care to elderly, disabled and chronically ill individuals. Skilled in assisting with needs of diverse clientele. Healthcare professional and home companion with strong history of providing support to clients within business environments to deliver comprehensive administrative assistance. Providing knowledge of clerical tasks, project support, scheduling, time management, assignment prioritization and customer service. Quickly resolving issues, handling conflicting priorities, remaining flexible and striving to exceed organizational goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

In-Home Health Care Aide

Home Instead
06.2023 - Current
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
  • Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
  • Assisted with end-of-life care.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
  • Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
  • Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
  • Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
  • Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
  • Planned and implemented community outreach and events to provide health education about cancer, self-care and preventive breast examinations.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.

Family Caregiver

Self
07.2021 - 06.2023
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.

Accounts Payable & Receivable Clerk

Heritage Trucking
09.2014 - 06.2021
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
  • Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
  • Processed and recorded accounts receivable transactions to facilitate prompt collection of customer payments.
  • Managed collections and follow-up on past-due accounts to speed up payments and minimize risk.

In-House Caregiver

Homebridge Health Services
11.2013 - 06.2014
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
  • Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
  • Assisted with end-of-life care.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
  • Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
  • Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
  • Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
  • Planned and implemented community outreach and events to provide health education about cancer, self-care and preventive breast examinations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Judson High School
Scottsdale, AZ

Skills

  • Catheter Care
  • Infection Control
  • Laundry Services
  • Errand Running
  • Housekeeping Tasks
  • Recreational Activities
  • Patient Transfers
  • Toileting Assistance
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Patient Care
  • Fall Prevention
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Dressing Assistance
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance

Section name

I enjoy assisting clients with daily activities that enrich their lives, including sharing my enthusiasm for what I enjoy myself in my life. 

Timeline

In-Home Health Care Aide

Home Instead
06.2023 - Current

Family Caregiver

Self
07.2021 - 06.2023

Accounts Payable & Receivable Clerk

Heritage Trucking
09.2014 - 06.2021

In-House Caregiver

Homebridge Health Services
11.2013 - 06.2014

High School Diploma -

Judson High School

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