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Shelly Kenney

PineHill,NJ

Summary

Dedicated Hospice Aide with experience at N.J. Hospice and Palliative, providing compassionate end-of-life care. Skilled in bathing and dressing assistance, I ensured patient comfort and dignity while supporting nursing staff. Recognized for effectively monitoring vital signs and maintaining a clean care environment, enhancing overall patient well-being.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Hospice Aide

N.J.Hospice and Palliative
01.2023 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient care environments.
  • Supported nursing staff by preparing medical supplies and equipment.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance patient well-being.
  • Followed care plans meticulously to meet individual patient needs.
  • Documented patient progress in compliance with health regulations.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
  • Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
  • Reduced patient anxiety and stress by offering a calm, reassuring presence during difficult emotional moments or periods of physical discomfort.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by assisting with personal hygiene tasks, ensuring cleanliness and dignity.
  • Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment.
  • Assisted patients in achieving optimal mobility by supporting them during transfers, ambulation, and positioning activities.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.

Hospice Aide

Suncrest
12.2022 - 12.2023

Hospice Aide

Bayada Hospice
11.2016 - 12.2022

Hospice Aide

Inspira
06.2014 - 04.2016

Hospice Aide

Care Alternative
08.2012 - 06.2014

Hospice Aide

VNHS
08.2009 - 08.2012

Hospice Aide

Right At Home Health Care
03.2011 - 01.2012

Education

High School Diploma -

Overbrook SR High
PineHill NJ
06.1997

Skills

  • Bathing assistance
  • Dressing assistance
  • Compassionate care
  • End-of-life care
  • Feeding assistance

Timeline

Hospice Aide

N.J.Hospice and Palliative
01.2023 - Current

Hospice Aide

Suncrest
12.2022 - 12.2023

Hospice Aide

Bayada Hospice
11.2016 - 12.2022

Hospice Aide

Inspira
06.2014 - 04.2016

Hospice Aide

Care Alternative
08.2012 - 06.2014

Hospice Aide

Right At Home Health Care
03.2011 - 01.2012

Hospice Aide

VNHS
08.2009 - 08.2012

High School Diploma -

Overbrook SR High