Stacy Carmouche
Houston,TX
Summary
Reliable personal care professional bringing 7 years of experience in Personal Care Assistant roles. Skilled in addressing physical and mental disabilities and monitoring needs for convalescent patients. Trusted to care for patients at varying stages of life.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Comfort Keepers
Houston, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
Chaplain Intern
MD Anderson Cancer Hospital
Houston, TX
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Provided spiritual care and support to patients, families, and staff in a health care setting.
- Engaged in ongoing education about various faith traditions as well as relevant healthcare topics.
- Advised and supported hospital chaplains in their daily responsibilities.
- Counseled individuals dealing with grief and loss due to illness or death of a loved one.
- Sat with patients in need of companionship and emotional support.
- Maintained records of all spiritual care provided to patients.
- Gathered information and prepared materials for use in daily devotions, prayer meetings and Bible studies.
- Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
- Conducted pastoral visits to hospitalized patients.
- Facilitated religious services for diverse faith traditions.
- Led prayer services at weekly chapel gatherings.
- Engaged in interfaith, community and recreational activities for religious programs.
Patient Care Technician
MD Anderson Cancer Hospital
Houston, TX
04.2020 - 04.2023
- Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair as needed.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
Education
Clinical Pastoral Education
The University of Texas School of Health Professions
Houston, TX08.2023
Certified Nurses Assistant - Nursing Assistance
Lone Star College
Houston, TX05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX08.2010
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Houston Community College
Houston, TX05.2006
Skills
- Mobility Assistance
- ADL Assistance
- Patient Companionship
- Compassionate Client Care
- Basic Housekeeping
- Meal Preparation
- Care Plan Adherence
- Incident Reporting
- Documentation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Client Transportation
- Client Documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Time Management
- PPE Usage
Affiliations
- Author
- Artist
Certification
- Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Caregiver
Comfort Keepers
07.2023 - Current
Chaplain Intern
MD Anderson Cancer Hospital
01.2023 - 05.2023
Patient Care Technician
MD Anderson Cancer Hospital
04.2020 - 04.2023
Clinical Pastoral Education
The University of Texas School of Health Professions
Certified Nurses Assistant - Nursing Assistance
Lone Star College
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Texas Southern University
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Houston Community College
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