Brenda Goodrich
Citrus Heights
Summary
Dedicated Care Provider with extensive experience in personalized patient care and household management, notably with Self Employed. Excelled in medication management and compassionate communication, enhancing patient satisfaction and well-being. Achieved a significant improvement in patient health monitoring and safety, demonstrating strong multitasking and empathetic patient interaction skills.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Care Provider
Self Employed
08.1987 - Current
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
- Organized medication and provided reminders according to schedule.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Increased patient satisfaction through effective communication and active listening skills to understand their concerns and preferences.
- Upheld strict standards of privacy and confidentiality in all aspects of caregiving, maintaining the dignity and respect for patients at all times.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Promoted a safe home environment for patients by identifying potential hazards and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting daily activities, progress, and any changes in health conditions.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Improved patient well-being with regular monitoring of vital signs, medication administration, and personal care assistance.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication channels for better care coordination.
- Managed medical appointments, coordinating with healthcare professionals to ensure timely access to necessary services.
- Provided emotional support during challenging times, helping patients cope with illness or disability-related stressors more effectively.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Supported family members in understanding patient needs and provided guidance on how to best assist their loved ones at home.
- Educated patients about self-care techniques, empowering them to take an active role in managing their own health.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Conducted regular evaluations of patients'' progress and adjusted care plans accordingly to ensure continued effectiveness and alignment with changing needs.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
- Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chaffy High School
Upland California06-1972
Skills
- Mobility assistance
- Medication reminders
- Companionship skills
- Appointment coordination
- Laundry services
- Personal care
- Stress reduction techniques
- Direct patient care
- Healthcare coordination
- Meal preparation
- Medical documentation
- Exercise encouragement
- Elderly care
- Home safety evaluation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Transportation assistance
- Medication management
- Medication distribution
- Medical records management
- Pediatric care
- Client companionship
- At-home care instruction
- Fall prevention
- Companionship
- Nutritional guidance
- First aid administration
- Condition tracking
- Housekeeping support
- Personal hygiene support
- Incident reporting
- Respectful and compassionate
- Compassionate communication
- Medication administration
- Documentation
- Basic housekeeping
- Multitasking and organization
- Client transportation
- Medication and appointment reminders
- Patient care
- Records management
- Progress documentation
- Relationship building
- Daily living assistance
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- First aid and safety
- Compassion and empathy
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Safety awareness
- Dementia care
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Flexible schedule
- Patient companionship
- COVID-19 safety policies
- Supportive companionship
Certification
H.C.A ID 4600580404 344700003
Timeline
Care Provider
Self Employed
08.1987 - Current
High School Diploma -
Chaffy High School
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