Tess Broaddus

Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with 7+ years of experience providing 24/7 care for Alzheimer's and dementia patients. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, providing emotional support, administering medication, and maintaining a clean and safe living environment. Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a team. Proven ability to maintain a calm and patient demeanor in stressful situations. Hold a valid driver's license and have a reliable transportation. Cared for her till the end of her life.

• Acted as resource for field staff, referral sources, physicians, patients and families for clinical issues and concerns.
• Administered medication as directed by physician.
• Applied objective data for internal and field employee performance evaluations.
• Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
• Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules and transporting to and from medical appointments.
• Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
• Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
• Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
• Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.

• Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
• Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• bathed,groomed and Incontinence care

• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
• Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
• Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.