Tessa Akes
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Dedicated Home Care Provider with expertise in compassionate caregiving, patient care, and meal preparation. Committed to enhancing clients' quality of life through effective communication and personalized support.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Caregiver
DSHS Dept Of Social And Health Services
Tacoma, WA
04.2021 - Current
- Provided compassionate, personalized care to clients in accordance with individual care plans.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing overall well-being.
- Monitored and documented client health status, reporting any changes to healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective care strategies.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, improving their overall quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living space for patients.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Supported emotional well-being through companionship services such as reading aloud or playing games together during downtime periods.
- Provided physical assistance for mobility, promoting independence and safety in the home environment.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the home setting by engaging patients in meaningful conversation and activities.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
Respiratory Therapy Student
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA
09.2024 - 06.2026
- Assessed patient respiratory needs to develop effective care plans.
- Administered respiratory therapies under supervision, ensuring patient comfort and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and oxygen saturation levels to evaluate treatment effectiveness.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Educated patients on respiratory health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Assisted in the preparation of equipment and supplies for respiratory procedures and treatments.
- Participated in clinical simulations to refine skills in emergency response and patient assessment techniques.
- Gained proficiency in various respiratory therapy modalities including oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilatory support.
- Ensured proper equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting issues when necessary.
- Assisted medical team in managing critical patients by implementing life support measures, such as intubation and mechanical ventilation.
- Promoted teamwork through effective communication with colleagues, fostering a collaborative environment that enhanced patient care delivery.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize respiratory care department efficiency and effectiveness.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to their concerns and providing compassionate support during challenging moments of their treatment journey.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA06-2026
Skills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Patient care
- Meal preparation
- Housekeeping
- First aid and safety
Certification
- HCA - Home Care Aide
- Certified Home Health Care,
- DSHS - Department Social &Health Services
- 4/13/21 - Present
Timeline
Respiratory Therapy Student
Tacoma Community College
09.2024 - 06.2026
Home Health Caregiver
DSHS Dept Of Social And Health Services
04.2021 - Current
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Tacoma Community College