Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at Addus Home Health Care and the Department of Rehabilitation and Human Services, enhancing patient quality of life through expert elderly care and effective time management. Demonstrated ability to improve patient independence and safety by implementing tailored care plans and fostering community engagement. Skilled in elderly care and problem-solving, ensuring compassionate support and efficient care coordination.
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Ruby Smiley
Caregiver
Dixmoor,IL
Summary
Overview
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Addus Home Health Care
Caregiver
04.2019 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Department of Rehabilitation and Human Services
Home Health Aide
02.2002 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
Education
Thornton Township HighSchoolHarvey, IL
06.2001
University Overview
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Caregiver
Addus Home Health Care
04.2019 - 08.2024
Home Health Aide
Department of Rehabilitation and Human Services
02.2002 - 05.2022
Thornton Township HighSchool
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