Ruth Ifah
South Holland,IL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Reliable and enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well. Attentive and passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational and conflict management skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
DD Homes Network
08.2023 - Current
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Home Health Care Worker
Shiloh Healthcare Services
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, resulting in a higher quality of life.
- Managed medical emergencies effectively, applying CPR and first aid skills when necessary to ensure patient safety.
- Contributed to hospice patients'' comfort during end-of-life care through empathetic support and symptom management.
- Facilitated the recovery process for post-operative patients by administering wound care and monitoring vital signs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Charter Senior Living LLC
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Home Health Aide
A&Z Home Health
02.2019 - 06.2023
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- 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.
Education
Nursing
New License Practitioner Nurse
04.2024
Basic Life Support CPR
American Heart Association
08.2023
Nursing
Adonis College of Nursing
Dolton, IL04.2023
Evaluated High School Diploma
Saint Savior's High School
07.2018
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client Support
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Medication Administration
- Behavioral Management
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
DD Homes Network
08.2023 - Current
Home Health Care Worker
Shiloh Healthcare Services
06.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Charter Senior Living LLC
09.2022 - 08.2023
Home Health Aide
A&Z Home Health
02.2019 - 06.2023
Nursing
New License Practitioner Nurse
Basic Life Support CPR
American Heart Association
Nursing
Adonis College of Nursing
Evaluated High School Diploma
Saint Savior's High School
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