Raquel Sekerak
Somerset,PA
Summary
Personal Care Aide experienced in assisting clients with mental impairments or physical limitations to manage everyday tasks. Skilled in geriatric care and providing companionship and direct assistance to cognitively impaired clients. Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills. Responsible [Job Title] certified in [Area of certification] and highly experienced over [Number]-year career in healthcare. Proficient in emergency response care and monitoring ongoing conditions. Offers ambulation and personal assistance to meet diverse patient needs. Compassionate [Job Title] possesses gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. Expertise in [Area of expertise] and [Area of expertise]. Collaborative team player with strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Available [Number] hours per week, weekends and evenings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Aide
Allegahany Luthern Ministry Services
Somerset, PA
08.2012 - 04.2016
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
THE HERITAGE
The Heritage Health And Rehabilitation
Somerset, PA
03.2008 - 02.2010
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Onboarded new temps by entering into [Software] and setting up in time clock.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Worked with [type] customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked closely with [job title] to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Personal Care Aide
Intrim Healthcare
Somerset, PA
05.2003 - 11.2007
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Somerset Area Jr/Sr High School
645 S. Columbia AVE. Somerset PA. 1550106.1984
Skills
- Physical Stamina
- Progress Tracking
- Care Planning
- CPR Certification
- Attentive to People
- Personal Service
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Household Cleaning
- Critical Thinking
- Needs Assessment
- Diet and Nutrition
- Clear Communication
- LISTENING TO OTHERS
- SPEAKING EFFECTIVELY
- BEING SENSITIVE TO OTHERS
- WORKING AS A MEMBER OF THE TEAM
- RELIABLE , HONEST , TRUSTWORTHY, FAST LEARNER,LISTENING TO INFORMATION THAT WILL HELP ME DAY TO DAY
- EXCELLENT LISTENER
Timeline
Personal Care Aide
Allegahany Luthern Ministry Services
08.2012 - 04.2016
THE HERITAGE
The Heritage Health And Rehabilitation
03.2008 - 02.2010
Personal Care Aide
Intrim Healthcare
05.2003 - 11.2007
High School Diploma -
Somerset Area Jr/Sr High School
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