Ja’Quisha Welch
Lancaster
Summary
Home Health Aide with background working with community healthcare organizations, delivering support to patients. Provides clinical and administrative assistance, primary healthcare, and emergency response services. Passionate about educating patients on maintaining healthy lifestyles.
Committed Home Health Aide offers 11 years in home healthcare. Dedicated to delivering consistent and focused attention to client safety, comfort and dignity. Well-versed in direct patient care and recordkeeping.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Millenium Home Health Care
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Home Health Aide
In Home Care Services
12.2020 - 03.2024
- Traveled to clients' home 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.
- Encouraged patient to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Assisted patient with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Directed patient in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Helped client with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Developed and implemented care plans for client.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
Home Health Aide
In Home Care Services
01.2013 - 03.2019
- Assisted client with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Planned and implemented community outreach and events to provide health education about cancer, self-care and preventive breast examinations.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
- Supported family through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to client.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
Office Specialist
El Camino College
09.2010 - 12.2012
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.
- Monitored and tracked budgets and expenses.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration
El Camino College
12-2012
High School Diploma -
Vista High School
06-2009
Skills
- Care plan assessment
- Client documentation
- Compassionate client care
- Pain management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Emotional support
Certification
- CHHA - Certified Home Health Aide
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Contact
Lancaster, CA 93535
Education
Lynwood, CA,Compton, CA
Timeline
CNA
Millenium Home Health Care
07.2024 - Current
Home Health Aide
In Home Care Services
12.2020 - 03.2024
Home Health Aide
In Home Care Services
01.2013 - 03.2019
Office Specialist
El Camino College
09.2010 - 12.2012
High School Diploma -
Vista High School
No Degree - Business Administration
El Camino College
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