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Nichole Burkins
Elizabethtown,PA
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Summary
Experienced caregiver with a strong background in elderly care, previously self-employed, adept at implementing personalized care plans. Demonstrated expertise in medication management and compassionate communication, enhancing client well-being. Proven ability to build strong relationships and maintain a safe environment, achieving a 95% client satisfaction rate. Skilled in time management and multitasking.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Self Employed Services
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort.
- Monitored client health and well-being, reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
- Implemented personalized care plans, adapting to individual needs and preferences.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, enhancing client quality of life.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client progress and needs.
- Documented care activities accurately, supporting continuity of care efforts.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance caregiving skills and knowledge base.
- 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.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- 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.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- 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.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Efficiently organized schedules for multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Education
No Degree - Diploma in Medical Assisting
Kaplan Career Institute
Harrisburg, PAHigh School Diploma -
Elizabethtown Area High School
Elizabethtown, PA05.2003
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Patient care
- Daily living assistance
- Multitasking and organization
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Basic housekeeping
- Emotional support
- Housekeeping
- Strong ethics
- Meal preparation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Relationship building
- Compassionate care
- Flexible schedule
- Verbal and written communication skills
- First aid and safety
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Patient companionship
- Dementia care
- Compassionate communication
- Medical record-keeping
- Team collaboration
- Medication and appointment reminders
- Supportive companionship
- Alzheimer's care
- Direct patient care
- Behavioral management
- Medication management
- Documentation
- COVID-19 safety policies
- Mobility assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Special needs care
- Client documentation
- Heavy lifting
- Medication administration
- Behavior redirection
- Patient management
- Client transportation
- Incident reporting
- Care plan assessment
- End-of-life care
- Care plan management
- Progress documentation
- Patient assessments
Timeline
Caregiver
Self Employed Services
10.2023 - Current
No Degree - Diploma in Medical Assisting
Kaplan Career Institute
High School Diploma -
Elizabethtown Area High School
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