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Ranisha Gibbs

Saint Louis

Summary

Accomplished caregiver with extensive experience at Visiting Angels Home Care, adept in patient care and relationship building. Skilled in medication management and compassionate client care, enhancing patient well-being. Proven ability to mentor junior caregivers, fostering a supportive environment. Recognized for strong ethics and adaptability, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and COVID-19 safety policies.

Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering Number years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Experienced working with children and elderly, with skill anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail.

Healthcare professional prepared to bring compassion and efficiency to caregiving roles. Extensive background in providing personal care and emotional support, ensuring client comfort and safety. Known for strong collaboration with healthcare teams and adaptability to meet client needs. Skilled in managing diverse care plans and building trust with clients and their families.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Private Home Health Care
10.2024 - 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.
  • 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.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
  • 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.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.

Lead Caregiver

Visiting Angels Home Care
05.2020 - Current
  • Maintained strict confidentiality regarding sensitive patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations and professional ethics.
  • Boosted patient morale by fostering strong relationships built on trust, empathy, and open communication.
  • Coordinated with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient''s specific requirements.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by preparing detailed handover notes outlining critical information about each patient''s status.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.

Lead Caregiver

Sunrise Senior Living
05.2020 - 02.2023
  • Managed daily schedules for multiple patients, ensuring timely medication administration and adherence to medical advice.
  • Mentored junior caregivers, helping them develop essential skills and confident decision-making abilities in high-pressure situations.
  • Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Assisted patients with mobility limitations through proper transfer techniques and adaptive devices to ensure safe movement within their homes.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping of vital signs, medication intake, and daily activities for effective monitoring of patients'' progress.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by creating a comfortable living environment through regular housekeeping tasks and personalized services.
  • Developed strong partnerships with community resources such as senior centers, support groups, and local agencies to further enrich the lives of patients in our care.

Education

Radiology Technician

Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL

Skills

  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Patient care
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Daily living assistance
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Strong ethics
  • Meal preparation
  • Relationship building
  • Compassionate care
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • First aid and safety
  • Patient companionship
  • Medication management
  • Documentation
  • COVID-19 safety policies
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Special needs care
  • Heavy lifting
  • Medication administration
  • Behavior redirection
  • Patient management
  • ADL assistance
  • Care plan management
  • End-of-life care
  • Hoyer lifting equipment
  • Physical therapy support
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Active listening
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Safety awareness
  • Social interaction
  • Conflict resolution
  • Daily living activities assistance
  • Patient care and companionship
  • Compassionate client care
  • At-home care instruction
  • Dining room support

Timeline

Caregiver

Private Home Health Care
10.2024 - Current

Lead Caregiver

Visiting Angels Home Care
05.2020 - Current

Lead Caregiver

Sunrise Senior Living
05.2020 - 02.2023

Radiology Technician

Southwestern Illinois College

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