Sarah Howard
Olive Hill,KY
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with experience at Afton Community Day, skilled in compassionate caregiving and medication administration. Enhanced client well-being through personalized care plans and emotional support, ensuring safety and comfort. Proven ability to foster independence in clients while maintaining confidentiality and providing essential transportation services.
Overview
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Work History
In Home Caregiver
Afton Community Day
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Administered medications as prescribed, maintaining accurate records of dosages.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans.
- Implemented mobility assistance techniques, promoting client independence and safety.
- Monitored client health conditions, reporting changes to family members and healthcare providers.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment through regular housekeeping tasks.
- Ensured a safe and clean home environment by performing light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, vacuuming, and dusting.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation while considering dietary restrictions and nutritional requirements for each client.
- Provided effective companionship for clients who experienced loneliness or struggled with cognitive decline due to aging-related conditions like Alzheimer''s disease or dementia.
- Maintained client confidentiality at all times, ensuring sensitive information was secure and only shared with authorized personnel.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Hairstylist
Lakehouse Salon and Spa
- Delivered exceptional haircuts and styling services tailored to client preferences.
- Provided thorough consultations, assessing client needs and recommending appropriate treatments.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, ensuring a welcoming environment.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking product usage and restocking supplies as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance service offerings and improve customer satisfaction.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on individual hair types and conditions.
- Consistently maintained cleanliness of the workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients.
- Built a loyal clientele through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in styling techniques.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
- Conducted thorough consultations with each client before beginning any service, ensuring clear communication regarding desired outcomes.
- Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
- Increased salon revenue by upselling products and additional treatments during appointments.
- Participated in industry events to stay current on trends and continuously improve personal skills as a hairstylist.
- Leveraged social media platforms to showcase work and attract broader clientele.
- Educated clients on proper hair care and recommended products suited to their hair type.
Education
High School Diploma - Cosmetology Degree
Elliott County High School
Sandy Hook, KYSkills
Cooking
Cleaning and sanitizing
Compassionate caregiving
First aid and safety
Transportation services
Client confidentiality
Patient care
Dementia care
Alzheimer's care
Diabetes management
Medication administration
Lifting techniques
Incontinence care
Recreational activities
Care plan assessment
Emotional support
Client safety and first aid
Range of motion exercises
Wound care
Medication organization
Light housekeeping
State Driver's license
Patient transportation
Certification
CPR, first aide, AED certified
Timeline
In Home Caregiver
Afton Community Day
Hairstylist
Lakehouse Salon and Spa
High School Diploma - Cosmetology Degree
Elliott County High School