Saleemah Raynor
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated HHA with extensive experience at 365 Health Services, enhancing patient well-being through personalized care and effective communication. Skilled in meal preparation and mobility support, I foster independence while ensuring safety and comfort. Proven ability to adapt care plans, promoting positive health outcomes and emotional support for clients and families.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Hha
365 Health Services
04.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing overall quality of life.
- Monitored and documented vital signs to ensure client health and safety.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to promote mental well-being.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare professionals regarding client needs and progress.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Assisted in mobility exercises, fostering independence and physical strength in clients.
- 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.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
Hha
Maxim Healthcare
Philadelphia, PA
08.2019 - 07.2022
- Educated clients on medication management for improved adherence and health outcomes.
- Collaborated with family members to develop personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
Hha
Home Care Services
Philadelphia, PA
10.2008 - 03.2018
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans, addressing specific needs and goals of each patient.
Filing Clerk
IRS
Philadelphia, PA
05.2005 - 11.2007
- Organized and maintained filing systems to ensure easy retrieval of documents.
- Processed and archived sensitive tax documents following federal regulations.
- Implemented new filing procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy of document management.
- Trained junior staff on effective filing techniques and compliance standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, reducing processing time for filings.
- Managed electronic filing systems, ensuring data integrity and security of confidential information.
- Developed training materials for onboarding new clerks in filing protocols and best practices.
- Managed physical records storage, ensuring proper labeling, organization, and safekeeping of essential documents.
- Prepared new files and assigned tracking identification numbers, resulting in faster retrievals.
Education
No Degree - Business
Lemoyne-Owen College
Memphis, TNHigh School Diploma - Business
Bensalem High School
Bensalem, PA06.2000
Skills
Patient care
Meal preparation
Personal hygiene assistance
Feeding assistance
Bathing assistance
Housekeeping
Light housekeeping
Dressing assistance
Mobility support
First aid and safety
Timeline
Hha
365 Health Services
04.2022 - Current
Hha
Maxim Healthcare
08.2019 - 07.2022
Hha
Home Care Services
10.2008 - 03.2018
Filing Clerk
IRS
05.2005 - 11.2007
No Degree - Business
Lemoyne-Owen College
High School Diploma - Business
Bensalem High School