Jennifer Begaye
Tonalea
Summary
Driven by a compassionate approach and adept in time management, I significantly enhanced patient quality of life at Hopi Assisted Living Facility. Leveraging skills in elderly care and meal preparation, I streamlined operations and improved nutritional outcomes. My proficiency in documentation and verbal communication fostered a safer, more efficient care environment, marking a notable achievement in patient care standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Hopi Assisted Living Facility
10.2017 - 03.2020
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned rooms, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Kitchen duties such as logging temperatures, labeling food, 3 steps of how to clean dishes.
Caregiver
Helping Hands Agency
06.2016 - 01.2017
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
Cashier Team Lead
The Grand Hotel
08.2000 - 09.2001
- Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
- Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
Education
Associate of Arts - Healthcare
University Of Phoenix
4035 S Riverpoint Pkwy Phoenix Az, 8504007.2017
High School Diploma -
Westwood High School
945 W Rio Salado Pkwy Mesa Az, 8520105.2000
Skills
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Time Management
- Elderly Care
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking and Organization
- Meal Preparation
- Flexible Schedule
- Verbal and written communication skills
Languages
English
Navajo
Timeline
Caregiver
Hopi Assisted Living Facility
10.2017 - 03.2020
Caregiver
Helping Hands Agency
06.2016 - 01.2017
Cashier Team Lead
The Grand Hotel
08.2000 - 09.2001
Associate of Arts - Healthcare
University Of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
Westwood High School
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