Tabbitha Shaw
Denver
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience as a Home Health Aide, skilled in patient health assessments and care plan management. Demonstrates exceptional decision-making and patient education abilities, enhancing patient well-being and independence. Proven track record in providing compassionate care and support, achieving significant improvements in patient satisfaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Private Care
12.2019 - 12.2023
- Handled laundry, grocery shopping, and housekeeping tasks per client instructions.
- Ensured precise reporting of patient progress through thorough entries in logs and journals.
- Ensured clients' dignity through proper personal care including bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Facilitated enhanced self-reliance and well-being through assistance with everyday activities.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Managed emergency situations with prompt action and coordination with necessary personnel.
- Facilitated managed home care by closely overseeing client's health status.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Supported disabled clients in achieving greater independence and well-being.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
CNA
Bright Star Home Health
06.2017 - 04.2019
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines in managing sensitive patient data.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Supported individuals to achieve independent living despite difficulties.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care using electronic health software.
- Fulfilled patient requests for additional supplies and comfort items.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Ensured timely and safe transit of patients between medical locations.
Nursing Assistant
Jordan Creek Nursing & Rehab
04.2015 - 04.2017
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Ensured a secure and hygienic environment through strict compliance with safety guidelines.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Education
Associate Of Science - Nursing
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO05.2022
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Care plan management
- Recording vital signs
- Client documentation
- Patient transportation
- Patient transport
- Medication organization
- Medical charting
- Patient education
- Bedside care
- Patient lifting techniques
- Medical terminology and equipment
- Spiritual support and companionship
- Elder care
- Special needs care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- HIPAA compliance
- Hospice care
- Decision-making
- Patient health assessments
- Family support and instruction
- Data entry
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Private Care
12.2019 - 12.2023
CNA
Bright Star Home Health
06.2017 - 04.2019
Nursing Assistant
Jordan Creek Nursing & Rehab
04.2015 - 04.2017
Associate Of Science - Nursing
Ozarks Technical Community College
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