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Denise Allen

Maricopa

Summary

Kind Caregiver with experience addressing physical and emotional needs. Familiar with scheduling and managing appointments, coordinating household support, and offering caring companionship. Well-organized with medications and physically fit to handle any client need.

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.

Compassionate Caregiver known for highly productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in personal care assistance, medication management, and mobility support. Excel at communication, patience, and empathy to provide exceptional care and companionship. Adapt quickly to changing patient needs and environments, ensuring comfort and safety at all times.

Compassionate caregiver with hands-on experience in attending to patient needs in residential and hospital settings. Skilled in administering medication, managing schedules, and maintaining clean living environments for patients. Demonstrated ability to establish meaningful relationships with patients, ensuring comfort and enhancing quality of life. Previous work resulted in significant improvements in patient well-being and satisfaction.

Reliable personal care professional bringing several years of experience in personal care assistant roles. Skilled in addressing physical and mental disabilities and monitoring needs for convalescent patients. Trusted to care for patients at varying stages of life.

Compassionate home healthcare professional offering demonstrated success in aligning daily activities with care plans and expediently reporting any client status changes. Promotes formation of habits for sustainable health improvement. In-depth knowledge of behavior redirection strategies.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Devoted Guardians Inc
Tempe
09.2020 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to understand their preferences and routines.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks.
  • Administered medication as prescribed by healthcare professionals and monitored effects.
  • Documented client behavior and health status in daily logs for continuous care assessment.
  • Provided companionship to clients, fostering emotional support and social interaction.
  • Trained new caregivers on company protocols and client care practices efficiently.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
  • Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
  • Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
  • Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
  • Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
  • Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
  • Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
  • Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
  • Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
  • Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
  • Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
  • Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
  • Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
  • Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
  • Hoyer {Manual & Electric }
  • First Aid & CPR

Caregiver

My House In-Home Care
Mesa
03.2012 - 08.2020
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to understand their preferences and routines.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
  • Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
  • Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
  • Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
  • Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
  • Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
  • Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
  • Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Coordinated transportation services for clients when necessary.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
  • Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.

Caregiver

At Home Solutions
Mesa
01.1992 - 01.2012
  • Administered medication as prescribed by healthcare professionals and monitored effects.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to understand their preferences and routines.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Provided companionship to clients, fostering emotional support and social interaction.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
  • Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
  • Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
  • Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
  • Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
  • Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
  • Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
  • Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
  • Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
  • Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
  • Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
  • Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
  • Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
  • Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
  • Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
  • Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
  • Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
  • Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
  • Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
  • Was a family attendant for my grandmother for 16 years she passed in 2012

Education

High School Diploma -

Westwood High
Mesa, AZ
01-1986

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Daily living assistance
  • Client safety monitoring
  • Meal preparation
  • Health documentation
  • Patient care coordination
  • Compassionate care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Elderly care
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Patient care and companionship
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Dementia care
  • First aid and safety
  • Medication and appointment reminders
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Patient care
  • Hoyer lifting equipment
  • Direct patient care
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Alzheimer's care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • At-home care instruction
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Patient mobility assistance

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Caregiver

Devoted Guardians Inc
09.2020 - Current

Caregiver

My House In-Home Care
03.2012 - 08.2020

Caregiver

At Home Solutions
01.1992 - 01.2012

High School Diploma -

Westwood High

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