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Rama Swedeh

Bolingbrook,IL

Summary

Dedicated Direct Care Worker passionate about helping clients lead fulfilling lives by managing health-related conditions. Knowledgeable about medication administration, appointments and social activities. Well-organized and compassionate with good relationship-building skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Help at Home
Glen Ellyn, IL
08.2020 - 12.2023
  • Developing a deep understanding of the emotions and needs of those under your care
  • Cultivating compassion and empathy as you interact with individuals facing health challenges
  • Medical Knowledge: Acquiring basic knowledge of common medical conditions and treatments
  • Flexibility and Adaptability: Navigating diverse and unpredictable situations, fostering adaptability and flexibility in caregiving routines
  • Responding to changing needs and circumstances with resilience and a positive attitude
  • Time Management: Learning effective time management skills to ensure that daily tasks and responsibilities are handled efficiently.

Domestic Violence Advocate

Arab American Family Services
Worth, IL
01.2023 - 11.2023
  • Collaborated with law enforcement personnel to ensure appropriate follow-up actions were taken in cases involving domestic violence.
  • Skilled in working with domestic violence (DV) clients, guiding them through their journey, including filing documents, creating files, obtaining orders of protection, and providing guidance for finding employment and starting a new life
  • Advised victims on obtaining restraining orders against perpetrators of abuse.
  • Additionally, trained in the Partner Abuse Intervention Program (PAIP) and adept at leading the program at our agency
  • Brings valuable experience in legal processes, both within the confines of an office environment and in the courtroom
  • Possesses an in-depth understanding of legal principles, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in legal proceedings
  • This diverse skill set, coupled with a commitment to guiding individuals through challenging situations, contributes to a well-rounded and compassionate approach in both legal and domestic violence intervention contexts.

Home Caregiver

Assyrian National Council
Chicago, IL
03.2018 - 07.2020
  • Assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Gaining hands-on experience in assisting with basic daily tasks, such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility
  • Learning to adapt communication styles based on the unique needs and preferences of each patient
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Developing problem-solving skills to address challenges related to patient care, health emergencies, and unexpected situations
  • Building Trusting Relationships: Establishing and maintaining trusting relationships with patients and their families
  • Professionalism: Developing a strong sense of professionalism, maintaining confidentiality, and adhering to ethical standards in patient care.

Education

INTAGRATED HEALTH SCIENCE, Organic chemistry, Biochemistry, Statistic, Biology +400 levels - Integrated Health Science

University of Illinois at Chicago
12.2021

ACCOSIATE IN SCIENCE, Biology, Chemistry, Physics - Associate in Science

College of DuPage
12.2018

Skills

  • Bilingual proficiency; Arabic and English
  • Documentation
  • Proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office and Excel
  • Demonstrates leadership qualities
  • possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Medical Terminology
  • Record Keeping
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Patient Interaction
  • Attention to Detail
  • Adaptability
  • assist administrative departments in paperwork

Training

  • PAIP training, 03/2023
  • DV 40 hours training, 03/2023
  • Leadership, 12/2017

volunteering

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences

 February 2019 - November 2021

Responsible for guiding patients from check-in to their rooms pre-op and then back to their families post-op, as well as managing check-out procedures. Additionally, escorted families throughout the hospital. Interacted with patients, conducted rounds in their rooms, documented medical records, facilitated discharges, handled calls, restocked supplies, and aided nursing staff with tasks. Shadowed technicians, assisted with equipment, and escorted patients before and after procedures. Provided information, support, and comfort to families during procedures and maintained a list of family members to help staff and physicians locate them.

Timeline

Domestic Violence Advocate

Arab American Family Services
01.2023 - 11.2023

Caregiver

Help at Home
08.2020 - 12.2023

Home Caregiver

Assyrian National Council
03.2018 - 07.2020

INTAGRATED HEALTH SCIENCE, Organic chemistry, Biochemistry, Statistic, Biology +400 levels - Integrated Health Science

University of Illinois at Chicago

ACCOSIATE IN SCIENCE, Biology, Chemistry, Physics - Associate in Science

College of DuPage

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