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Overview
Work History
Education
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Patricia Lewis

Fresno,CA

Summary

Looking for a position, in a medical office , where the skills I have can be

used in patient care.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

In-Home Caregiver

Sydnee Arms - Aveana
4696 E Nebraska , Selma
05.2021 - Current
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Keep close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.

In-Home Caregiver

Sharon Power - IHSS
Fresno, CA
02.2019 - 05.2021
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician.
  • Completed medical and program reports and maintained records following clinic standard operating procedures.
  • Used, Peratenial Dialysis equipment , on this patient , twice a day.

Personal In-Home Caregiver

Joe Orlando
Clovis, CA
02.2017 - 11.2018
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
  • Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician.
  • Completed medical and program reports and maintained records following clinic standard operating procedures.
  • Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.

Personal In-Home Caregiver

James Hobson
Selma, CA
06.2009 - 11.2011
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.

Foster Care Provider

Foster Friends
Fresno, CA
06.2000 - 04.2009
  • Prepared and maintained individual beds and personal space for foster children.
  • Reduced problem behaviors with positive reinforcement and supportive techniques.
  • Taught older children about money, driving and other important life skills.
  • Improved children's health by preparing healthy meals and snacks.
  • Offered extensive care to troubled older children without likelihood of adoption.
  • Supported education of children under care through consistent attendance to school and attentiveness to homework assignments.
  • Assisted children through recovery from difficult home or school situations.
  • Transported kids to mandated therapy, extracurricular activities and medical appointments.
  • Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
  • Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.

Human Resources Receptionist

Pappas Telecasting
Fresno, CA
05.1997 - 10.1999
  • Delivered friendly assistance with new hires throughout interviewing and hiring process.
  • Filed paperwork, sorted and delivered mail, and maintained office organization.
  • Assisted with meetings and presentations within company.
  • Managed employee exit interviews and paperwork.
  • Recruited and screened qualified potential employees.
  • Recruited and hired qualified candidates for vacant and new positions.
  • Efficiently delivered personnel information to management for speedy corrective action.
  • Maintained and scheduled complex calendars.
  • Answered and directed 15 outbound and inbound phone calls per day.
  • Sparked productivity by setting itineraries and scheduling appointments.
  • Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Answered questions and addressed, resolved or escalated issues to management personnel to satisfy customers.
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
  • Sorted, received and distributed mail correspondence between departments and personnel.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
  • Balanced employee availability, customer schedules and maximum load levels when scheduling appointments.
  • Assisted internal staff with clerical and administrative needs to maximize efficiency and team productivity.

Education

No Degree - Psychology

Fresno City College
Fresno, CA

Professional Medical Assistant Graduate

Institute of Technology
Clovis, CA
06.2007

GED -

Sierra Joint Union High School
Tollhouse, CA
06.1991

Skills

  • Quality Program Protocols
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
  • Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Bathing Support
  • Dietary Requirements and Nutrition
  • Patient Massage
  • Patient Health Assessments
  • Ambulation Assistance
  • Patient and Compassionate
  • Client Documentation
  • Daily Charting
  • Mobility Support
  • Mental Health Support
  • Meal Planning and Preparation
  • Medication Reminders
  • Care Plan Management
  • Dietary Orders Compliance
  • Laundry Washing, Drying and Ironing
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Healthcare Education
  • Critical Thinking

Certification

  • CCMA-AC License - Exp. 04/2022
  • BLS Certification - Exp. 03/2020

Additional Information

I have medical training in the following fields:

vitals, urine HCG, snellen chart, surgical prep, suture removal, casting, triage, urinalysis, audiometry, spirometry, wound care, strep screens, EKG, capillary puncture, phlebotomy,

injections, medical manager, written rx& refills, multi-line phones, patient scheduling, patient charts/filing, instrument sterilization.

Timeline

In-Home Caregiver

Sydnee Arms - Aveana
05.2021 - Current

In-Home Caregiver

Sharon Power - IHSS
02.2019 - 05.2021

Personal In-Home Caregiver

Joe Orlando
02.2017 - 11.2018

Personal In-Home Caregiver

James Hobson
06.2009 - 11.2011

Foster Care Provider

Foster Friends
06.2000 - 04.2009

Human Resources Receptionist

Pappas Telecasting
05.1997 - 10.1999

No Degree - Psychology

Fresno City College

Professional Medical Assistant Graduate

Institute of Technology

GED -

Sierra Joint Union High School

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