Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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Shawn Wutch

Caregiving
Reno,NV

Summary

Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at Interim HealthCare, providing compassionate care and promoting patient independence. I excel in fostering emotional support and companionship. Recognized for enhancing patient comfort and safety while adhering to HIPAA compliance and safety policies. Committed to delivering high-quality care.

Work History

Caregiver

Interim HealthCare
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.

CNA

Continuing Care Hospital
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.

Caregiver

Advanced Home Health
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.

Education

Certificates - CNA

TMCC
Reno, NV
04.2009

Skills

  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Time management
  • Elderly care
  • Problem-solving
  • Housekeeping
  • Meal preparation
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Compassionate care
  • First aid and safety
  • Patient companionship
  • Dementia care
  • Medication and appointment reminders
  • Supportive companionship
  • Direct patient care
  • Documentation
  • COVID-19 safety policies
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Behavior redirection
  • Client transportation

Timeline

Caregiver

Interim HealthCare

CNA

Continuing Care Hospital

Caregiver

Advanced Home Health

Certificates - CNA

TMCC
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