Natisha Lewis
Rochester ,NY
Summary
Dedicated Personal Care Aide with a proven track record at Self Employed Services, excelling in compassionate caregiving and medication administration. Skilled in enhancing client wellbeing through effective emotional support and meticulous documentation. Committed to fostering independence and dignity in daily living, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all clients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Aide
Self Employed Services
Rochester, NY
05.2017 - Current
- Supported clients in daily activities to enhance comfort and life quality.
- Ensured safe conditions, minimizing health hazards and enhancing wellbeing.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Facilitated daily routines including patient dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Provided timely assistance with personal hygiene tasks for improved self-esteem and dignity preservation.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care, addressing both physical and emotional needs.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- 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.
- Coordinated and executed meal preparation.
- Dispensed medications in accordance with established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Performed routine cleaning and laundry tasks.
Community Habilitation Worker
Heritage
Rochester, NY
11.2023 - 03.2025
- Documented client progress comprehensively through detailed case notes, incident reports, data collection sheets, and monthly summaries.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients'' medical appointments or community-based activities to ensure timely attendance.
- Partnered with vocational service providers to identify suitable employment opportunities for clients based on their unique skills and interests.
- Facilitated skill-building workshops for clients on topics such as budgeting, meal preparation, and household management.pa
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of living spaces.
- Supported individuals with daily hygiene routines.
- Ensured accurate dosage and timely distribution of medication.
Personal Care Aide
Self Employed Services
Rochester, NY
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients, reducing health risks and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care, addressing both physical and emotional needs.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Managed medication administration according to prescribed schedules, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to instructions.
- Documented observations on client behavior patterns regularly to track progress over time or identify potential areas requiring intervention.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Education
High School Diploma - Gender Studies
Franklin High School
Rochester, NY06.1997
Skills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Housekeeping tasks
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- First aid and safety
- Grooming assistance
- Dementia care
- Emotional support
- Transportation assistance
- Alzheimer's care
- Client documentation
- Meal preparation
- Appointment management
- Medication administration
- Behavioral management
- Medication organization
- Light housekeeping
- ADL support
- Mobility assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Personal hygiene
Accomplishments
I have been self-employed for the past eight years plus and I have maintain a PCA and endured many clients over the years i’ve taken the time to be a devoted, healthcare worker, providing the support individuals may need while collaborating with families privately.
Over the years it has been an honor to serve individuals with psychiatric diagnosis as well as dementia or traumatic brain injuries.
Certification
Personal Caring aide (certificate)
TBI (traumatic brain injury)(certificate)
NHTD (certificate)
Timeline
Community Habilitation Worker
Heritage
11.2023 - 03.2025
Personal Care Aide
Self Employed Services
06.2023 - 12.2024
Personal Care Aide
Self Employed Services
05.2017 - Current
High School Diploma - Gender Studies
Franklin High School