Toni Whittlef
Princeton,MN
Summary
Compassionate Home Health Aide (HHA) with relevant experience in providing personal care, administering medication, and maintaining clean living spaces for patients. Strengths include strong interpersonal skills, keen observation ability to monitor patient condition, and adeptness at record keeping for doctors' reviews. Past work has demonstrated significant impact through effective communication with other healthcare professionals and fostering a comfortable environment for patients.
Compassionate Home Health Aide with proven ability to deliver care efficiently and productively, ensuring tasks are completed in timely manner. Skilled in patient hygiene assistance, nutritional support, and mobility aid. Excel at communication, empathy, and patience, fostering trusting relationships with clients and families for optimal care outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
HHA Elk River Senior Living
Elk River Senior Living
Elk River, Minnesota
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments according to physician instructions.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
- Organized client's personal items for easy access during daily activities.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and preferences of the client.
- Observed changes in client's physical or mental condition and reported any changes immediately to supervisor or case manager.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls from clients for assistance or advice regarding health or safety issues.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to clients who were ill or had disabilities.
- Checked vital signs on a regular basis such as blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Answered questions from family members about the care being provided to the client.
- Helped keep track of medical supplies used by the client throughout the day.
- Gave assistance with ambulation using proper body mechanics techniques when necessary.
- Encouraged patients to maintain independence while helping them complete tasks they are unable to do alone.
- Changed bed linens regularly ensuring a clean environment for the client at all times.
- Instructed family members on how best to provide care for their loved one when needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Princeton High School
Princeton, MN05-2023
Skills
- Range of motion exercises
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Diabetic care
- Emotional support
- Medication assistance
- End-of-life care
Timeline
HHA Elk River Senior Living
Elk River Senior Living
04.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Princeton High School