Talijah Irvin
Detroit,MI
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at Aspen Assisted Living, skilled in promoting independence and dignity among residents. Proficient in medication administration and vital signs monitoring, I foster emotional well-being through compassionate support and engaging activities. Committed to enhancing quality of life, I effectively collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal care outcomes.
Experienced with providing compassionate care and support to residents in assisted living facilities. Utilizes excellent communication skills to ensure residents' needs are understood and met. Knowledge of personal care, daily activity assistance, and creating safe and nurturing environment.
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in providing direct care and support to individuals in residential settings. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to achieving positive outcomes, with history of adapting to changing needs and providing reliable assistance. Skilled in personal care, daily living activities, and creating welcoming environment, valued for empathy and reliability.
Knowledgeable Desired Position with comprehensive experience in providing compassionate care and support to residents in assisted living facilities. Proven track record of maintaining safe and clean living environment while assisting with daily activities and personal care. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills, ensuring residents' needs are met promptly and effectively.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Aide
Aspen Assisted Living
Livonia, MI
05.2023 - 06.2025
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Monitored health indicators, ensuring timely communication of changes to nursing staff.
- Facilitated engaging activities, enhancing social interaction among residents.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident areas, fostering a safe environment.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, enhancing their overall quality of life.
- Enhanced resident independence by encouraging self-care tasks within their abilities while still providing necessary assistance when needed.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Administered medications to residents as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Contributed to reducing falls among elderly residents through vigilant supervision during ambulation and transfers.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
Caregiver
Farmington Hills Inn Assisted Living
Farmington Hills, MI
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance clients' well-being.
- Monitored clients' health conditions, reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, adhering to safety protocols.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Collaborated with family members to develop personalized care plans.
- Engaged clients in social activities, fostering positive interactions and mental stimulation.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- 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.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Education
Allied Health
Convent House Academy
Detroit, MISkills
- Assisted living experience
- Elderly care
- Compassionate caregiving
- Dementia care
- Meal preparation
- Housekeeping duties
- Behavioral management
- Activity planning
- Fall prevention
- Toileting assistance
- Personal hygiene support
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Medication administration
- Patient transportation
- Meal planning
- Mobility assistance
- Laundry services
- Patient assistance
- Disability awareness
Certification
Cpr
Medication administration
Timeline
Resident Aide
Aspen Assisted Living
05.2023 - 06.2025
Caregiver
Farmington Hills Inn Assisted Living
02.2023 - 01.2024
Allied Health
Convent House Academy