Sharlene Cowan
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
. Compassionate Personal Care Aide with experience in providing support to elderly and disabled clients in home settings. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, medication management, and mobility support. Demonstrated ability to build trust and rapport with clients, enhancing their comfort and quality of life.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Ms Beulah Carson
Los Angeles, CA
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
Caregiver
Mrs. Betty
Inglewood, CA
11.2024 - Current
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
In-Home Caregiver
Joe Atkins
Los Angeles, CA
03.2020 - 08.2024
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Encouraged social interaction among clients through conversation or participation in activities.
- Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the appropriate personnel.
- Trained new caregivers in client needs and caregiving standards.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided and other relevant information.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Interacted with patients through games and fun activities to boost mood and improve overall memory.
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Maintained a clean work environment throughout shift.
CNA /Patient Care Technician, ER
Olympia Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
09.2010 - 11.2019
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Skills
- Daily living activities assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Patient advocacy
- Patient companionship
- Safety awareness
- Housekeeping
- Medication management
- Documentation
- Strong ethics
- Compassion and empathy
- Direct patient care
- Adaptability and flexibility
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Caregiver
Ms Beulah Carson
11.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Mrs. Betty
11.2024 - Current
In-Home Caregiver
Joe Atkins
03.2020 - 08.2024
CNA /Patient Care Technician, ER
Olympia Medical Center
09.2010 - 11.2019