Sarah Duarte
Elgin
Summary
Dedicated Lead Caregiver with extensive experience at Crown Cove, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate communication and effective problem-solving. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance while fostering strong relationships, ensuring a safe and dignified environment for all clients.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Lakeview Memory Care
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
CNA
Alden Poplar Creek
10.2010 - 04.2011
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Caregiver
Silverado Senior Living
04.2023 - 10.2023
- 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.
Caregiver
Vivante Assisted Living
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- 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.
Lead Caregiver
Crown Cove
07.2017 - 04.2020
- Mentored junior caregivers, helping them develop essential skills and confident decision-making abilities in high-pressure situations.
- Increased safety measures by conducting risk assessments and promptly implementing necessary precautions in the home environment.
- Boosted patient morale by fostering strong relationships built on trust, empathy, and open communication.
- Maintained strict confidentiality regarding sensitive patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations and professional ethics.
- Provided timely assistance with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, maintaining dignity and respect throughout the process.
- Implemented creative solutions to address unique challenges faced by individual patients, optimizing care delivery while maintaining resource efficiency.
- Managed daily schedules for multiple patients, ensuring timely medication administration and adherence to medical advice.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by preparing detailed handover notes outlining critical information about each patient''s status.
- Assisted patients with mobility limitations through proper transfer techniques and adaptive devices to ensure safe movement within their homes.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Leveraged strong communication skills by maintaining open lines of communication with clients throughout each phase of the project lifecycle.
PCA/ Unit Secretary
Orange Coast Memorial
12.2015 - 01.2016
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers.
Lead CNA
Clare Oaks
04.2011 - 09.2013
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Education
High School -
Larkin High School
Elgin, IL06.2006
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic life support
- Compassionate communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Conflict resolution
- Electronic charting
- Geriatric care
Timeline
CNA
Lakeview Memory Care
04.2024 - 11.2024
Caregiver
Silverado Senior Living
04.2023 - 10.2023
Caregiver
Vivante Assisted Living
10.2022 - 02.2023
Lead Caregiver
Crown Cove
07.2017 - 04.2020
PCA/ Unit Secretary
Orange Coast Memorial
12.2015 - 01.2016
Lead CNA
Clare Oaks
04.2011 - 09.2013
CNA
Alden Poplar Creek
10.2010 - 04.2011
High School -
Larkin High School
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