Annette Hargrove
Windsor Mill
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CMT
Inspirational memory Care
Lutherville
03.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare professionals.
- Monitored patient vital signs and documented changes accurately.
- Assisted in daily living activities for residents with memory care needs.
- Educated families about patient care and memory-related conditions.
- Provided emotional support to residents and their families during challenging times.
- Performed general clerical duties such as filing documents in patient files, ordering supplies, scheduling appointments, and answering phones.
- Provided assistance in administering medication while monitoring side effects or adverse reactions.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Assisted in the preparation of specimens for testing and examination.
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, hematology, and blood chemistry analysis.
- Prepared reports summarizing patient care activities for review by the supervising physician or nurse practitioner.
- Collected specimens from patients following established standards and procedures.
- Provided technical support to physicians during medical procedures.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain current knowledge related to the field of medicine.
- Ordered supplies and managed inventory levels in accordance with departmental policies.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure measurements and weight checks.
- Observed patients' conditions during treatment period and reported any changes to supervising personnel.
- Assessed patient needs based on medical history and physical examinations performed.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas ensuring all safety protocols are followed at all times.
- Supported healthcare teams in consistently delivering timely and quality care according to company standards.
- Documented and updated patient data on electronic medical charts, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Monitored patients for medical changes and reviewed and revised care plans accordingly.
- Observed and recorded vital signs and reported changes to physicians or nurses.
- Provided excellent patient support and care to patients and families.
- Managed inventory purchasing, organization and tracking.
- Reported safety hazards to supervisors, removing risk and promoting workplace safety.
- Adhered to all safety and infection control precautions and regulations.
- Monitored medical supply inventory to ensure consistent availability of critical items.
- Executed and analyzed tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, histology and bacteriology to aid physicians in diagnosing and treating diseases.
- Protected patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and hazardous waste policies.
- Recorded number of tissue blocks and verified proper identification and labeling.
- Checked blood compatibility using crossmatching, antigen typing and antibody identification.
- Followed key principles of asepsis to protect medical equipment from contamination during blood work.
- Recorded test or medical data for reports using narratives, charts or graphs.
- Tested raw materials to determine quality and characteristics of substance.
Private Caregiver
Ronald Easley
Baltimore
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care routines.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients at all times.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding client needs and progress.
- Monitored client health by observing physical and emotional well-being daily.
- Administered medications as per prescribed schedules for clients' health management.
- Developed personalized care plans tailored to individual client requirements.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client quality of life.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to appointments and social activities.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Provided companionship to elderly clients by engaging in conversation and accompanying them on errands or outings.
- Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and meal preparation.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and glucose levels.
- Organized medication reminders for clients taking multiple prescriptions throughout the day.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium, and high protein diets.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Accompanied clients on recreational activities such as walks or trips to the park.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Transported patients to medical, dental, and personal care appointments.
- Assisted with physical therapy exercises designed by a physical therapist or occupational therapist.
- Provided mental stimulation through games, puzzles and other activities designed for cognitive development.
- Maintained records of client care services provided including changes in condition or treatment plan.
- 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.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation, and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Developed individualized care plans for each client based on their needs and preferences.
- Ambulated individuals around home, public, and medical locations.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
Companion ca
Companion Care and compassionate nursing
Windsor Mill
11.2013 - 07.2023
- Responded quickly to emergency situations using appropriate crisis intervention techniques.
- Assessed needs of clients through observation or conversations.
- Prepared meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Coordinated with health care professionals regarding client care plans.
- Provided companionship to elderly clients in their homes or facilities.
- Researched available community resources for senior citizens such as transportation services, meal delivery programs, and leisure activities.
- Conducted regular home visits to check on the safety and comfort of clients.
- Delivered high-quality care to private clients.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate.
- Engaged client in physical and mental activities to sustain quality of life.
- Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation, and shopping.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
Education
High School Diploma - Business Management
Northern High School
Chicago , IllinoisSkills
- Administering medications
- Laboratory testing
- Patient monitoring
- Infection control
Certification
Certified med technician certified infection control CPR certified.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CMT
Inspirational memory Care
03.2024 - Current
Private Caregiver
Ronald Easley
06.2022 - 11.2023
Companion ca
Companion Care and compassionate nursing
11.2013 - 07.2023
High School Diploma - Business Management
Northern High School