LUCY CHEPLETING
CAREGIVER
Eldoret, Uasin Gishu,44
Summary
Compassionate and skilled caregiver with 3+ years of experience in assisting elderly or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Certified Nursing Assistant with expertise in dementia care and vital signs monitoring. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
CAREGIVER
PRIVATE HOME
02.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Certified Nursing Assistant
JAMII HOSPITAL
03.2016 - 02.2020
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
Education
CERTIFICATE - CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
HEWITT AND BENNET INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
NAIROBI 04.2001 -
CERTIFICATE - SOCIAL WORK AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
OLESOS TECHNICAL TRAINING INSTITUTE
04.2001 -
Skills
Elderly care
Patient companionship
Mobility assistance
Personal hygiene assistance
Verbal and written communication skills
Incident reporting
First aid and safety
Time management
Emotional support
Daily living assistance
Compassionate communication
Medication administration
Stress management
Chronic illness management
Timeline
CAREGIVER
PRIVATE HOME
02.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
JAMII HOSPITAL
03.2016 - 02.2020
CERTIFICATE - CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
HEWITT AND BENNET INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
04.2001 -
CERTIFICATE - SOCIAL WORK AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
OLESOS TECHNICAL TRAINING INSTITUTE
04.2001 -