Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with hands-on experience providing companionship and emotional support to residents. Well-versed in accurately documenting vital statistics and health metrics. Committed to creating positive rapport with patients and providing quality patient care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Care
Salt Lake City
06.2024 - Current
Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
Private Caregiver
Private Home Care Services
Salt Lake City
08.2022 - 06.2024
Administered prescribed medications according to physician instructions and monitored for adverse reactions.
Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, tidying up living spaces and changing bed linens.
Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and glucose levels.
Provided emotional support to clients who were dealing with depression or anxiety issues related to aging or health conditions.
Helped clients maintain a healthy lifestyle through exercise programs tailored to their needs.
Assisted with physical therapy exercises designed by a physical therapist or occupational therapist.
Organized medication reminders for clients taking multiple prescriptions throughout the day.
Ensured proper nutrition by preparing meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by doctors or nutritionists.
Kept accurate records of all tasks completed during shifts including start and end times and notes about client interactions.
Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.