Eberechi Aguwa
Little Elm,SAN
Summary
Resiliant Direct Support Professional with solid background assisting patients with basic needs and care. Knowledgeable about medical procedures, recreational requirements and protective measures. Perceptive individual familiar with social and community services rules and regulations. Detail-oriented Direct Care Worker supports daily living activities and provides transportation to enhance client well-being. Seasoned care expert experienced with developmentally disabled clients. Committed to promoting comfort with dignity and compassion. Committed Direct Care Worker brings success in healthcare roles. Skilled at assisting with daily living activities and meal preparation. Focused on maintaining client safety and comfort through continuous monitoring and care. Reliable Direct Care Worker offering exceptional care in home environments. Passionate about supporting patient progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors and teaching healthy habits. Dedicated to patient safety, wellness and happiness. Reliable personal care professional bringing 15 years of experience in Personal Care Assistant roles. Accustomed to addressing physical and mental disabilities and monitoring needs for convalescent patients. Trusted to care for patients at varying stages of life. Kindhearted healthcare aide with 15 years in home nursing care. Friendly when interacting with patients to provide companionship and professional care services. Devoted personal care professional skilled in fostering client health and convenience through assisting with daily activities and health needs. Driven to promote healthy habits to encourage client well-being by demonstrating healthy habits. Dedicated to applying emerging techniques to derive best possible outcomes. Compassionate Personal Care Aide with 15 years of experience working with different types of patients. Known for providing individualized and thorough care and dedicated to long-term patient success. Multi-talented Personal Care Aide with 15 years supporting patients with tasks of daily living. Skilled at caring for patients' healthcare needs, grooming, and light housekeeping. Professional and clear communicator when instructing and assisting patients as well as when reporting information to supervisors.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Magnolia
Frisco
06.2024 - Current
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team
DSP4
Denton State Supported Living Center
Denton
11.2016 - Current
- Manage more than 17 staffs
- Make sure there's enough staff to work
- Schedule staff for work
- Do staff time
- Write memos
- Manage individuals
- Making sure everyone is safe and on tasks
- Schedule appointment for individuals
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations
- Monitored client's well-being, safety and comfort under physician direction
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors and eating habits
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations
CNA
Prairie Estates
Frisco
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment
CNA
Genesis Health Care center
Westfield
08.2007 - 08.2016
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Archaeology
University of Nigerian Nsukka
Enugu State, Enugu State12.2000
Skills
- Reliable & trustworthy
- Multitasking
- Supervision & leadership
- Troubleshooting
- Microsoft Office
- Flexible schedule
- Training & development
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Customer service
- Relationship building
- Teambuilding
- Data management
- Organizational skills
- Team management
- First Aid/CPR
- Good work ethic
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CNA
Magnolia
06.2024 - Current
CNA
Prairie Estates
01.2023 - 06.2024
DSP4
Denton State Supported Living Center
11.2016 - Current
CNA
Genesis Health Care center
08.2007 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Archaeology
University of Nigerian Nsukka
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