Dedicated Senior Caregiver with extensive experience at In Home Personal Care Services, excelling in medication administration and health monitoring. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through compassionate support and effective family communication. Successfully improved patient outlooks by implementing tailored nutritional meal plans and fostering strong, trusting relationships with clients and their families.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Caregiver
In Home Personal Care Services
Lowell, IN
09.2023 - 05.2025
Administered medications according to physician instructions.
Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing, meal preparation and medication reminders.
Participated in leisure activities with clients including playing cards, reading books, going for walks.
Communicated regularly with family members regarding client's health condition and progress towards goals set out in the care plan.
Attended continuing education seminars and classes related to senior caregiving topics.
Provided emotional support for elderly clients dealing with loneliness or depression.
Assisted with end-of-life preparations including funeral arrangements and hospice transition support.
Conducted light housekeeping duties such as laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
Transported clients to medical appointments or other errands as needed.
Provided personal care and companionship to elderly clients in their homes.
Monitored client health status by recognizing changes in physical or mental condition and reporting them to the appropriate personnel.
Took vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature when necessary.
Ensured compliance with state regulations related to home healthcare services.
Organized recreational outings for clients such as trips to museums or parks.
Provided respite care for primary caregivers who need time away from their responsibilities.
Maintained a clean environment for the safety of clients while following infection control guidelines.
Helped clients manage chronic conditions such as diabetes or arthritis through diet management and exercise programs.
Made beds, swept floors, and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium, and high protein diets.
Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
Engaged clients by conversing and participating in activities and hobbies.
Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
Redirected clients with memory issues, providing safety guidance protection.
Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation, and family visits to maintain schedule.
Recognized emergencies and notified paramedics and family members.
Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Transported patients to medical, dental, and personal care appointments.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
Skills
Medication administration
Care plan compliance
Health monitoring
Nutritional meal planning
Patient transportation
Family communication
Certification
Certified Nurse Aide expired
Qualified Medication Aide expired
Saint Elizabeth School of Nursing never finished
I have been working in homes for 10 plus years as a independent contractor