Rita Baidoo
Edmonds,WA
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at The Cottages of Lynnwood, skilled in medication administration and emotional support. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and independence through personalized care plans and effective communication. Committed to maintaining safety and dignity, fostering trust, and improving quality of life for clients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
The Cottages of Lynnwood
10.2025 - Current
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
Caregiver
Chist the King Care Home
01.2021 - 06.2025
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and emotional support.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence among residents.
- Implemented safety protocols, maintaining a secure environment for all individuals.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to tailor individualized care plans for residents.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
- Coordinated recreational activities, improving resident engagement and well-being.
- Monitored and documented health changes, communicating effectively with medical personnel.
- Developed training materials to improve caregiver practices and enhance service quality.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Housekeeping Room Attendant
Front Page Hotel
02.2019 - 02.2021
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in guest rooms and common areas.
- Inspected rooms to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Replenished supplies, including toiletries and linens, efficiently and accurately.
- Collaborated with team members to prioritize cleaning tasks effectively.
- Utilized appropriate cleaning equipment and chemicals safely and responsibly.
- Reported maintenance issues promptly to ensure swift resolution.
- Adapted to changing schedules and guest needs with flexibility.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eltra Senior High School
Central Region Of Ghana09-2022
Skills
- Patient care
- Emotional support
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Medication administration
- Nutritional planning
- Safety protocols
- Daily living activities
- Documentation practices
- Mobility assistance
- Activity coordination
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Time management
- Respectful and compassionate
- Elderly care
- Dependable and responsible
- Daily living assistance
- Basic housekeeping
- Housekeeping
- Strong ethics
- Meal preparation
- Housekeeping tasks
- First aid and safety
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Patient companionship
Timeline
Caregiver
The Cottages of Lynnwood
10.2025 - Current
Caregiver
Chist the King Care Home
01.2021 - 06.2025
Housekeeping Room Attendant
Front Page Hotel
02.2019 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Eltra Senior High School