Nikita Washington
Troy
Summary
Compassionate Home Health Aide with extensive experience at Home Instead, dedicated to enhancing patient independence and well-being. Skilled in dementia and hospice care mediation management ,personal care, and vital signs monitoring, I provide emotional support and companionship, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Proven ability to train staff and improve care practices, fostering a positive atmosphere for healing.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Home Instead
08.2016 - 04.2023
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Health Opportunity
350 Gerard Ave, Bronx 1045106-1997
Skills
- Patient care
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Disability support
- Home care aide (HCA)
- Hospice care
- Dementia care
- Emotional support and companionship
- Documentation and reporting
- Elder care
- Activities of daily living (adls)
- Mobility activities
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Transportation assistance
- [State] Driver's license
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Home Instead
08.2016 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
Health Opportunity
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