Nicci Smart
Bedford ,TX
Summary
Accomplished Lead Caregiver with a proven track record at HomeWell Senior Care, enhancing patient well-being through compassionate communication and personalized care coordination. Excelled in developing individualized care plans and mentoring junior caregivers, achieving significant improvements in patient satisfaction and health outcomes. Expert in emotional support and patient care, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in all aspects of caregiving.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Caregiver
HomeWell Senior Care
North Richland Hills, TX
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- 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.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Lead Caregiver
ACC Claims
Dallas, TX
03.2022 - 08.2024
- Light house keeping
- Provided compassionate care to elderly patients with chronic health conditions
- Developed individualized care plans in coordination with physical instructions
- Prepare meaning
- Meds reminder
- Grooming
Lead Caregiver
Precise HomeCare
Forth Worth
03.2020 - 11.2022
- Developed individualized activities to stimulate cognitive function and encourage social interaction among patients with dementia or Alzheimer''s disease.
- Implemented creative solutions to address unique challenges faced by individual patients, optimizing care delivery while maintaining resource efficiency.
- Mentored junior caregivers, helping them develop essential skills and confident decision-making abilities in high-pressure situations.
- Organized regular outings and recreational activities for patients, promoting overall well-being and enhancing quality of life.
- Light house keeping
- Assisting with ADLs
- Medication reminder
Lead Caregiver
Private Client (Mr James)
Irving, TX
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care, addressing the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of each patient.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by preparing detailed handover notes outlining critical information about each patient''s status.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of new patients upon admission to determine appropriate level of support required for optimal care provision.
- Educated family members on best practices for supporting their loved one''s ongoing health goals and challenges.
- Maintained strict confidentiality regarding sensitive patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations and professional ethics.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
Education
7 Subjects - Science& History
Ngenia High School-Kiambu
Kenya-Nairobi11.1999
Skills
- Assisted Living Experience
- Compassionate communication
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Emotional Support
- Transportation Assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Patient Care Coordination
- Activity Planning
- Care Plan Development
- Performance monitoring
- Disability Support
Languages
Germany/ Datch
Elementary
English
Elementary
References
Live In in private
Contact person: Kathy Price 214) 695-0712.
Precise homecare
(240) 705-4907
Acclaim 817) 690-1011
Homewell 8173820624.
Timeline
Lead Caregiver
HomeWell Senior Care
03.2024 - 08.2024
Lead Caregiver
ACC Claims
03.2022 - 08.2024
Lead Caregiver
Precise HomeCare
03.2020 - 11.2022
Lead Caregiver
Private Client (Mr James)
01.2018 - 12.2020
7 Subjects - Science& History
Ngenia High School-Kiambu