To leverage my compassionate care, extensive knowledge of home health practices, and commitment to improving patient outcomes in a full-time Certified Home Health Aide position. Seeking a dynamic team where I can contribute my skills in patient advocacy and personalized care to ensure exceptional quality of life for all clients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HHA
Emerest Health of New Jersey Home Health Agency
10.2024 - Current
Maintained a clean and safe living environment for patients, reducing the risk of accidents or infections.
Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, promoting dignity and selfconfidence.
Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in various daily activities.
Transported patients safely to appointments, errands, or social outings, ensuring timely arrival and an enjoyable experience.
Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising medical professionals.
Managed household chores such as laundry, meal preparation, and light cleaning, allowing clients to focus on their health and wellbeing.
Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers by serving as a reliable source of information about the client''s progress and needs.
Streamlined daily routines for clients with limited mobility by implementing efficient strategies customized to their specific abilities.
Prevented bedsores in immobile clients by regularly repositioning them and ensuring proper skin care was administered.
Boosted patient morale with a positive attitude, effective communication, and active listening skills to address concerns and validate emotions.
Administered medications accurately and on time, ensuring optimal treatment effectiveness.
Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
Certified Home Health Aide
Personal Adult Care
05.2017 - 04.2019
Company Overview: Poas De Alajuela Costa Rica
Perform light housekeeping tasks such as meal preparation, laundry, and cleaning
Maintaining a clean and safe environment for the client, ensuring their comfort and well-being in their home
Administer medications as prescribed by the client's physician
Ensure clients take medications on time and in the correct dosage, following proper protocols and documenting administration
Monitor and record vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, and temperature
Observe and report any changes in the client's health status or behavior
Assist clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
Provide support with mobility, including transferring and positioning to ensure comfort and safety
Provide companionship and emotional support to the client
Listen to their concerns and engage in meaningful conversations to enhance their quality of life and mental health
Prepare and serve nutritious meals according to dietary needs and preferences
Assist with feeding if necessary, and encourage healthy eating habits to promote overall well-being
Implementing strategies to manage challenging behaviors such as aggression, wandering, or repetitive actions, using techniques like redirection or distraction, and engaging clients in activities that stimulate memory
Poas De Alajuela Costa Rica
Education
Certification - CPR Training
Red Cross
Piscataway, NJ
09-2024
Certified Home Health Aide -
K&G Career Academy
04.2024
Certified Pharmacy Assistant - Pharmacy
Universidad San José (CIDEP)
Liberia, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
04-2023
Highschool Diploma -
Miguel Obando Martinez de la Esperanza
01.2003
Skills
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Meal Preparation
Empathy
Compassion
Medication Management
Mobility Assistance
Assisted Daily Living (ADL)
Vital Signs Monitoring
Personal Care & Grooming
Wound Care
Time Management
Toileting support
Compassionate caregiving
Housekeeping tasks
Laundry services
Dressing and grooming
Vital signs monitoring
Nutrition management
Recreational activities
First aid and CPR
Diabetic care
Dressing assistance
Housekeeping
Mobility support
First aid and safety
Recording vital signs
Certified home health aide
Certified in CPR/AED
Basic housekeeping
Blood glucose monitoring
Personal care aide
Emotional Support
Medication management
Heartsaver CPR AED
CPR/AED
Awards
Recognized for Exceptional Compassion and Dedication in Providing Personalized Care to a Homebound Patient.
References
Available upon request
Educationcertifications
K&G Career Academy, Vocational School, NJ, Certified Home Health Aide, 04/01/24, CPR/BLS - American Heart Association, Pending Completion
Miguel Obando Martinez de la Esperanza, Highschool Diploma, Nicaragua, 01/01/03
Isaac Newton University (CIDEP), Certified Pharmacy Assistant, Costa Rica, 01/01/20
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