Eleni Tollesa

Home Health Care Assistant

Winnipeg Reginal Health Authority

Winnipeg, Manitoba

01.2001 - 09.2012

Transported clients to medical appointments or other errands.
Cared for disabled children or children with sick or disabled parents.
Maintained a clean work environment while adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Participated in team meetings with other healthcare professionals regarding client's individualized plan of care.
Administered medications according to physician orders and monitored side effects.
Provided personal care and companionship to elderly patients in their homes.
Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
Checked patients' pulse, temperature and respiration.
Massaged patients or applied liniment, alcohol rubs or heat-lamp stimulation.
Provided patients with transportation to and from doctor appointments.
Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.
Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction.
Provided emotional support to clients facing difficult life transitions.
Assisted physical therapists with exercises designed to improve mobility and strength.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Instructed clients on how to use assistive devices such as canes, walkers, wheelchairs.
Entertained, conversed with or read aloud to patients to maintain mental health and alertness.
Assisted with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
Carried out doctor's orders precisely following written instructions accurately.
Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans.
Observed proper body mechanics when transferring patients from bed-to-chair or wheelchair-to-bed.
Maintained client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Maintained records of patient care, progress or problems to report and discuss observations.
Administered prescribed medications under direction from physician.
Monitored fluid intake and output levels for accuracy reporting purposes.
Maintained updated records and safeguarded patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Assisted with ambulation, range of motion exercises, positioning devices and other adaptive equipment.
Accompanied clients to doctors' offices or on other trips outside home.
Directed patients in prescribed exercises or in use of braces or artificial limbs.
Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
Responded appropriately in emergency situations using established protocols.
Communicated effectively with family members regarding client needs and care plans.
Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Transported individuals to medical appointments and assisted with errands.
Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Prepared meals based on prescribed diets.
Ensured patient safety by monitoring vital signs and providing fall prevention techniques.
Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Home Health Care Assistant

Health Care Aide

Education

High School Diploma -

Skills

Timeline

Health Care Aide

Home Health Care Assistant

High School Diploma -

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