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Sharla Spooner

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Dedicated Home Health Aide skilled in supporting clients with professional communication and superior organization skills. Advanced knowledge of clerical functions, project support, schedule management and customer service. Quick learner accomplished in solving problems through critical thinking and handling conflicting priorities with concise time management.

Overview

7
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Instead
Manhattan, NY

Home Health Aide
04.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
  • Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
  • Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
  • Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
  • Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
  • Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.
  • Answered patient calls promptly, providing assistance or referring them to appropriate personnel when needed.
  • Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
  • Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
  • Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
  • Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
  • Participated in developing individualized care plans based on medical orders and assessments.
  • Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.
  • Provided emotional support to clients dealing with chronic illnesses or end-of-life situations.
  • Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
  • Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.

Allen Health Care
Brooklyn, NY

Housekeeper
03.2017 - 09.2020

Job overview

  • Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
  • Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
  • Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
  • Sanitized all areas of the hotel lobby and public restrooms.
  • Replenished supplies such as drinking glasses and coffee cups in guest rooms.
  • Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
  • Scrubbed kitchen appliances, countertops and fixtures.
  • Maintained a clean linen closet by folding sheets neatly on shelves.
  • Organized closets with hangers for guests' clothing items.
  • Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
  • Inspected guest rooms after cleaning to ensure they were presentable.
  • Reported any maintenance issues or damage to supervisors immediately.
  • Delivered requested items such as extra pillows or blankets to guest rooms.
  • Provided information about hotel services upon request from guests.
  • Observed proper use of chemicals when cleaning various surfaces.
  • Ensured that all health standards were met during cleaning operations.

Education

High School For Service And Learning At Erasmus
Brooklyn, NY

High School Diploma
01.2004

University Overview

Skills

  • Meal Preparation
  • Care Plan Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Progress Documentation
  • Client Documentation
  • Care Plan Assessment
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Compassionate Client Care
  • ADL Support
  • Client Safety and First Aid
  • Patient Transport
  • [State] Driver's License
  • Knowledge of State Regulations
  • Patient Care
  • Community Activities
  • Housekeeping

Timeline

Home Health Aide
Home Instead
04.2023 - Current
Housekeeper
Allen Health Care
03.2017 - 09.2020
High School For Service And Learning At Erasmus
High School Diploma

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