Senior Caregiver
Appleridge assisted living
North Highlands, CA
2013 - 07.2024
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
