Reatha Mclaren
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with a history of enhancing patient satisfaction at Helping My Grandmother and Friends through vital signs monitoring and compassionate communication. Leveraged empathy and patient care skills to foster positive environments, achieving notable improvements in patient well-being. Expert in confidentiality maintenance and adept at creating meaningful connections.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
volunteering cna work
Helping My Grandmother and Friends
02.2007 - 09.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Volunteer
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints
06.2015 - 05.2024
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
Babysitter
Friends of the Familly
03.2018 - 08.2023
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
Lawn Mower
as a Teenager I Wolud Clean and Mow Lawns
01.2009 - 04.2010
- Mowed lawns of residential properties on weekly basis to maintain grass length.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Removed grass clippings and leaves from property using blower.
- Removed rocks and other items from lawn for mower safety and clean appearance.
Education
Grant High School
North, SCSkills
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate communication
Timeline
Babysitter
Friends of the Familly
03.2018 - 08.2023
Volunteer
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints
06.2015 - 05.2024
Lawn Mower
as a Teenager I Wolud Clean and Mow Lawns
01.2009 - 04.2010
volunteering cna work
Helping My Grandmother and Friends
02.2007 - 09.2024
Grant High School
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