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Tyrissha Quinones

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Dedicated Home Health Aide with extensive experience at Elara Caring and Dependable Home Care Services, adept in patient care and meal preparation. Excelled in maintaining patient hygiene and safety, enhancing quality of life through personalized care plans. Proven ability to adapt to patient needs, with a strong focus on providing compassionate support and efficient medication management.

Experienced with providing compassionate care and support to clients. Utilizes effective communication and empathy to enhance patient comfort and trust. Knowledge of managing daily living activities, medication administration, and patient safety protocols.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Health Aide

Elara Caring
03.2017 - Current
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Assisted with end-of-life care.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
  • Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
  • Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
  • Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.

Home-health-aide

Dependable Home Care Services
01.2001 - 03.2017
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
  • Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
  • Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Meal preparation
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Housekeeping
  • Dressing assistance
  • First aid and safety
  • Care plan management
  • Mobility support
  • Wound care
  • Medication organization
  • Bathing assistance

Timeline

Home Health Aide

Elara Caring
03.2017 - Current

Home-health-aide

Dependable Home Care Services
01.2001 - 03.2017

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