Kendra Harris
Cambridge,Maryland
Summary
I was a dedicated caregiver with Arcadia Living, recognized for enhancing patient comfort and independence through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in meal preparation and emotional support, I foster strong relationships while ensuring safety and dignity. Committed to continuous improvement, I prioritize patient well-being and adapt care plans based on individual needs.
Overview
2024
2024
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Arcadia Living
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
Family Caregiver
Terri Gibson
08.2020 - 11.2023
- Assisting with daily needs
- Making sure medications were taken correct time personal hygiene
- Peeping and cooking meals
Education
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assistant
Martinsburg College
Martinsburg, WVHigh School Diploma -
Easton High
Easton, MD05.2010
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Basic housekeeping
- Strong ethics
- Verbal and written communication skills
- First aid and safety
- Dementia care
- Alzheimer's care
- Verbal and written communication
- Safety awareness
- Patient care and companionship
Certification
First Aid
CPR
CMT
Timeline
Family Caregiver
Terri Gibson
08.2020 - 11.2023
Caregiver
Arcadia Living
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assistant
Martinsburg College
High School Diploma -
Easton High
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