Shantira Burrows

• Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
• Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
• Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
• Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
• Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
• Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
• Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.

My responsibility as a caregiver was to assure that all of my residents were fully taken care off.

• Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care routines.
• Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
• Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
• Monitored client health and reported changes to medical staff.
• Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
• Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate care plans.
• Engaged clients in social activities to promote mental stimulation.
• Documented client progress and care notes accurately in records.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of client living spaces.
• 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.
• Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
• Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
• 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.