Libby Edelston
Minneapolis
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience, skilled in compassionate care and end of life care. Proven ability to provide exceptional care through empathetic listening and loving patience. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities with a genuine passion for improving the quality of life for clients.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Caregiver
Allen Assistant Care
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and well-being.
- Supported personal hygiene routines, ensuring dignity and respect for clients.
- Administered medications as per care plans, maintaining adherence to safety protocols.
- Documented client progress and changes in condition, facilitating communication with healthcare providers.
- Engaged clients in social activities, promoting mental stimulation and emotional health.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Live in Caregiver
The Harris Family
01.2019 - 11.2020
- Provided daily personal care and assistance with activities of daily living.
- Assisted with medication management, ensuring adherence to prescribed schedules and dosages.
- Implemented engaging activities tailored to individual client interests to promote mental stimulation and well-being.
- Monitored client health status, reporting any changes or concerns to family members or healthcare professionals.
- Adapted caregiving approaches based on evolving client needs, demonstrating flexibility in challenging situations.
- Managed challenging behaviors or special needs effectively using patience, understanding, and behavioral interventions when necessary.
- Transported client to medical appointments or social engagements as needed while prioritizing safety during travel.
- Enhanced clients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Supported client in maintaining independence by assisting with daily activities such as personal grooming, mobility, and meal preparation.
- Provided emotional support for both client and the family during difficult times or transitions in care arrangements.
- Contributed to a positive living environment by fostering a sense of companionship and socialization for the client.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Home Health Aide
Owen Osborne
09.2015 - 01.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and improving quality of life.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs, enhancing overall health.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring compliance with care plans and safety protocols.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Anoka Technical College
Anoka, MNSkills
- Meal preparation
- Medication administration
- Compassionate care
- Emotional support
- Dementia care
- Behavior redirection
- Empathetic listening
- Elderly care
- End-of-life care
Timeline
Personal Caregiver
Allen Assistant Care
01.2022 - Current
Live in Caregiver
The Harris Family
01.2019 - 11.2020
Home Health Aide
Owen Osborne
09.2015 - 01.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Anoka Technical College
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