Amanda Briers
Moorpark
Summary
To acquire a position that will allow me to utilize my CNA skills in a professional facility. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Experienced with providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals in need. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills and empathy to connect with clients and support their daily living activities. Knowledge of managing medication schedules and coordinating with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care plans.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Always Best Care
04.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- 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.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- 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.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
Caregiver/DSP
Cross country/ Momentum
08.2022 - Current
- Bathe and Dress Client
- Assist with Daily Medications
- Incontinence Care and Wound Care
- Transferring Patient and Assist with Ambulatory Care
- Help with Shopping, Refill Prescriptions, Transport to and from Doctor
Caregiver
TLC Access HomeCare
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Responded quickly during emergencies such as falls or sudden illnesses by providing first aid assistance while waiting for medical help
Caregiver
Senior Helpers
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Bathe and Dress Client
- Assist with Daily Medications
- Incontinence Care and Wound Care
- Transferring Patient and Assist with Ambulatory Care
- Help with Shopping, Refill Prescriptions, Transport to and from Doctor
- All of the ADL's of Daily living, bathing, grooming, dressing and transfers of clients out of bed into wheelchairs and using mechanical equipment such as Mo lifts , or lifts, cooking meals, laundry , and making sure their needs are met , Etc
Education
High school or equivalent - General Studies
Thousand Oaks High School
01.1975
Skills
- Medication Administration (10 years)
- Hospital Experience
- Laundry
- Meal Preparation
- Patient Care (10 years)
- Sage
- Memory Care
- Meal preparation (10 years)
- Home care (10 years)
- Hospice Care (10 years)
- Home health
- English
- Senior Care
- Care plans
- Resident's rights
- ACLS (10 years)
- Patient observation
- Laundry (10 years)
- Vital Signs (10 years)
- Cleaning
- Laboratory Experience
- Infection Control Training
- Caregiving
- Alzheimer's Care (10 years)
- Care Giver (10 years)
- Patient medication reminders
- Food Preparation
- Dementia Care (10 years)
- Personal assistant experience
- Hoyer lift
- Personal Care
- Cna Certified (5 years)
- Food Preparation (10 years)
- Long term care
- Working with people with developmental disabilities (2 years)
- Senior Care (10 years)
- Heavy lifting
- Communication skills
- Nursing
- CNA
- Patient monitoring
- Time management
- Working with people with disabilities
- Elderly care
- Dependable and responsible
- Patient care
- Daily living assistance
- Multitasking and organization
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Emotional support
- Housekeeping
- Meal preparation
- Verbal and written communication skills
- First aid and safety
- Patient companionship
- Dementia care
- Medical record-keeping
- Respectful and compassionate
Certification
- C N A
- July 2014 to Present
- Certified Nurse Assistant
- Driver's License
- Home Care Aide Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
Additional Information
I've been working as a professional Caregiver for over 15 years, I am currently looking for work near the Ventura county area.
Timeline
Caregiver
Always Best Care
04.2024 - Current
Caregiver/DSP
Cross country/ Momentum
08.2022 - Current
Caregiver
TLC Access HomeCare
12.2018 - 01.2020
Caregiver
Senior Helpers
09.2018 - 01.2020
High school or equivalent - General Studies
Thousand Oaks High School
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