Merry Corfield
Benson
Summary
Compassionate Home Health Aide with background in providing personal care and hygiene assistance to elderly, disabled, and those recovering from surgeries or illnesses. Strong understanding of safety protocols, medication administration, and health education for patients' families. Notable for ability to create comfortable environments while maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality. Demonstrated impact in improving patient well-being through consistent delivery of empathetic care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Bonnie Lee Winn
Fruitland
02.2020 - 02.2024
- Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading, and board games.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.
- Entertained, conversed with or read aloud to patients to maintain mental health and alertness.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and assisted with errands.
- Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients.
- Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.
- Provided emotional support to clients dealing with chronic illnesses or end-of-life situations.
- Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Home Health Aide
IHSS Adult Services Program
Alturas
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading, and board games.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Entertained, conversed with or read aloud to patients to maintain mental health and alertness.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and assisted with errands.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices or on other trips outside home.
- Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients.
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
- Provided emotional support to clients dealing with chronic illnesses or end-of-life situations.
- Maintained records of patient care, progress or problems to report and discuss observations.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation and shopping.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Education
Pre Nursing
Treasure Valley Community College
Ontario, ORSkills
- Care plan assessment
- Client documentation
- Medication organization
- Patient transportation
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Specialized dietary needs
- Chronic disease management
- Meal preparation
- Safety procedures
- Schedule management
- Ambulation assistance
- Crisis intervention
- Behavioral support
- Mobility support
- Documentation
- Care plan adherence
- Case management
- Social interaction facilitation
- Patient advocacy
- Home safety assessments
- Pain management
- Mobility activities
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Bonnie Lee Winn
02.2020 - 02.2024
Home Health Aide
IHSS Adult Services Program
04.2019 - 01.2020
Pre Nursing
Treasure Valley Community College