UMMI Mgaza
Montgomery Village,MD
Summary
Energetic Activities Coordinator supporting participants in organized therapeutic activities and programs to meet individual goals. le and welcoming environment for patients. Healthcare professional and home companion with strong history of providing support to clients within business environments to deliver comprehensive administrative assistance. Providing knowledge of clerical tasks, project support, scheduling, time management, assignment prioritization and customer service. Quickly resolving issues, handling conflicting priorities, remaining flexible and striving to exceed organizational goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Caregiver
Corewood Home Care
Bethesda, MD
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Administered medications following prescribed instructions to alleviate symptoms and discomfort, monitoring client reactions.
- Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
Activities Coordinator
Tribute at Black Hill
Germantown, MD
11.2022 - Current
- Development and plan activities outings and events oversee creating program, staffing events and supervising the implementation of activities
- Encourage residents to come out their rooms for activities Setup and manage paper or electronic filing system, recording information, updating paperwork or maintaining document such as attendance record correspondence or material Schedule and confirm appointment for client costumers or caregiver Determine staffing needs and schedule staff for optimal patient coverage and care ratio monitor shift duties and performance and develop assignment, ensuring accurate and patient care
Home Health Aide
Comfortome Care
Rockville, MD
10.2020 - Current
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
Activities Assistant
Brandywine Living
Potomac, MD
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Organized and implemented activities to meet the individual needs of each resident.
- Assisted in the development of activity plans for residents on a weekly basis.
- Facilitated group activities such as bingo, arts and crafts, cooking classes.
- Provided one-on-one assistance with activities for those who needed it.
- Maintained records of all activity participation.
- Monitored safety and cleanliness during activities.
- Encouraged residents to participate in leisure activities according to their abilities.
- Developed relationships with families and other members of the community to further enhance recreational opportunities for residents.
- Ensured that all participants were aware of potential risks associated with certain activities.
- Instructed staff on proper procedures for leading activities and providing support for residents' needs.
- Attended training sessions related to therapeutic recreation services.
- Participated in special events such as birthday celebrations, holiday parties.
- Modified existing recreational programs according to the needs of individuals or groups.
- Assisted with transportation arrangements for offsite activities when required.
- Maintained inventory of supplies related to recreational programming.
- Helped residents participate in activities with basic and advanced mobility support.
- Used one-on-one meetings and small groups to engage residents in facility life.
Home Care Manager/Scheduling Coordinator
Careplus Home Health
Gaithersburg, MD
10.2015 - 01.2021
- Ensured the delivery of high quality home health, hospice, and private care
- Collaborated with the health care team to establish and manage patient care.
- Developed, implemented and monitored Home Care policies and procedures.
- Conducted performance reviews for Home Care employees.
- Assessed patient needs to ensure appropriate care was provided.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes and assessments.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state and local laws related to home health care services.
- Collaborated with medical professionals in order to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Developed strategies to increase efficiency of service delivery while controlling costs.
- Managed daily operations including scheduling, staffing, problem resolution and customer service issues.
- Resolved conflicts between clients and patients, families or caregivers when necessary.
Education
GED -
Juhudi Secondary School
Tanzania 11-2010
Skills
- Home Care Manager
- Flex care Manager
- Scheduling Coordinator
- Activities
- Marketing Knowledge
- Facility Management
- Inventory Coordination
- Risk Management
- Team Leadership
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Self Motivation
- Professionalism
- Effective Communication
Certification
- CNA
- GNA
- CMT
Languages
Swahili
Professional
Timeline
Senior Caregiver
Corewood Home Care
11.2023 - Current
Activities Coordinator
Tribute at Black Hill
11.2022 - Current
Activities Assistant
Brandywine Living
02.2021 - 11.2022
Home Health Aide
Comfortome Care
10.2020 - Current
Home Care Manager/Scheduling Coordinator
Careplus Home Health
10.2015 - 01.2021
GED -
Juhudi Secondary School
- CNA
- GNA
- CMT
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