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Sally Curtis

Sally Curtis

North Las Vegas ,NV

Summary

Dedicated PCA with extensive experience at A Better Way Home Health Care, skilled in compassionate care and behavioral management. Successfully developed personalized care plans, enhancing patient independence and wellbeing. Proficient in medication administration and vital signs monitoring, fostering trust and emotional support for clients and their families during challenging times.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

PCA

A Better Way Home Health Care
05.2018 - Current
  • Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them to rest and recharge while ensuring the continued well-being of their loved one.
  • Performed wound care and dressing changes, facilitating timely healing and recovery.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing overall quality of life.
  • Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals and family members.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support, fostering positive relationships with clients.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
  • Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
  • Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
  • Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques and disease management strategies, empowering them to take control of their health.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.

PCA

A Caring Friend Home Health Care
04.2014 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing overall quality of life.
  • Monitored client health status and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
  • Administered medications according to prescribed schedules, ensuring compliance and safety.
  • Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals and family members.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support, fostering positive relationships with clients.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities and progress reports for effective communication.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
  • Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
  • Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
  • Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
  • Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
  • Promoted social interaction among residents within a long-term care facility which enhanced overall quality of life.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques and disease management strategies, empowering them to take control of their health.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.

Education

Certificate - Medication Management

CQES
Las Vegas, NV
09.2016

Cosmetology Certification - Cosmetology

Oxnard Beauty College
Oxnard, CA
08.1985

High School Education

Oxnard High School
Oxnard, CA
06.1984

Skills

  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Behavioral management
  • Emotional support
  • Dementia care
  • Compassionate care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Emergency response
  • Meal preparation
  • Continuing education
  • Diabetes management
  • Nutrition monitoring
  • Transfer techniques
  • Daily living assistance
  • Medication reminders

Timeline

PCA

A Better Way Home Health Care
05.2018 - Current

PCA

A Caring Friend Home Health Care
04.2014 - Current

Certificate - Medication Management

CQES

Cosmetology Certification - Cosmetology

Oxnard Beauty College

High School Education

Oxnard High School

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