Sarah M.

$15.00 / hr

Inverness, FL

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My names Sarah Merchant, Below you'll find some information to become better acquainted with me, along with links to my resume and certifications. I Received my CNA in Pittsburgh, PA., & spent the next several years working in facilities, in-home health and acute rehab's. Through those experiences I learned an overwhelming amount about patient care. I'm currently in the process of applying and testing to receive my CNA in Florida, where I've called home the past 13 years. I'm a certified HHA & former CNA Utilizing a proactive approach, along with Decisive and Knowledge-Based Judgments to provide your loved one with empathic, altruistic, attentive, & diligent patient care. Since working in facilities, & in home health, it has been my experience that patient care is about so much more than ADL's. Yes, Walking, feeding, dressing, grooming, Toileting, bathing, & transferring are pertinent requirements when living independently. To a greater degree, IADL's are key to managing independence. Managing finances, transportation, medications, communications, house cleaning & home maintenance are key. However, When looking at tasks of daily living, one thing that can't be taught is companionship. It only comes with experience. You can live independently, but without a gentle touch, relationships or conversation, emotional well-being & ones sense of self purpose is lost. It also has a profound effect on a patients health, & state of mind. Its impractical to make a positive impact or change without them feeling emotionally and physically safe. Besides providing patient care, my main focus is to make sure your loved ones health, daily tasks and emotional needs are met. Resume: https://docs.google.com/document/d/136F1MkWccgfHwIggzfp4ED5UDqzHZxu9N4pUabpRWG0/edit LinkedIn http://linkedin.com/in/sarahmerchant1292

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

Bathing
Dressing & Grooming
Toileting
Medication Reminders
Meal Prep
Groceries & Shopping
Transferring & Mobility
Exercise
Transportation
Housekeeping
Companionship

Job Interests

Part Time
Short Term

Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.

Skills & Expertise

ALS
Alzheimer's Disease
Arthritis
Blood Disorders
Cancer Recovery
Cardiovascular Disorders
COPD
Dementia
Depression
Diabetes
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Hearing Disorders
HIV/AIDS
Home Health Care
Hospice Care
Neurological Disorders
Orthopedic Care
Palliative Care
Parkinson's Disease
Post Surgery Recovery
Renal and Urological Disorders
Respiratory Disorders
Stroke
Tracheotomy / Ventilation
Vision and Eye Disorders
Senior Care
Elder Care
Home Care

Languages

English

Experience & Education

HHA/CNA

Aug 2020 - Present

Preferred Care Home Health Svc

Enables patients to stay in their homes by monitoring and recording patient condition, providing support and personal services, and teaching families. Monitors patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise. Supports patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and serving meals and snacks, and running errands. Assists patients by providing personal services, such as, bathing, dressing, and grooming. Helps patients care for themselves by teaching use of cane or walker, special utensils to eat, special techniques and equipment for personal hygiene. Helps family members care for the patient by teaching appropriate ways to lift, turn, and re-position the patient. Advises on nutrition, cleanliness, and housekeeping. Records patient information by making entries in the patient journal and notifying nursing supervisor of changing or unusual conditions. Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy patient environment by following asepsis standards and procedures, maintaining security precautions, and following prescribed dietary requirements and nutrition standards. Protects the home care agency by adhering to professional standards, home care policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements. Enhances service reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Aug 2020 - Present

HHA

Mar 2011 - Present

Private Home Health Aid

Hired to perform private in-home health by son, for his ailing mother. Cared for 52 yo female bed bound patient with severe diabetes, depression, & MRSA wounds. Followed the FL Health Department Guidelines for Prevention and Control of Infections Due to Antibiotic Resistant Organisms. Diligently maintained contact precautions during, debridement, irrigation, and packing of wounds, & incisions. Followed guidelines as directed by PCP to ensure patient and family safety Helped client maintain optimal health with medication administration & all Dr. appointments Assisted client with hygiene, grooming, meal preparation and housekeeping tasks Assessed and recorded any decline of condition, signs of change to the condition and more. Maneuvered client from bed to chair/medical equipment and assist with range-of-motion exercises Prepared and served meals according to prescribed diet. Maintained & recorded vital signs, blood sugar & insulin log. Made sure clients day to day life was comfortable, dignified and enriching Remained alert to physical and emotional needs

Mar 2011 - Present

A W Beattie Career Center

Jan 2003 - Jan 2006

Allison Park, PA

Jan 2003 - Jan 2006

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