Georgetta Yebuah
Worcester
Summary
Dedicated direct care with over 10 years background visiting patients in-home and conducting physical assessments, dressing wounds and assisting with bathing and grooming activities. Polite and courteous professional with in-depth knowledge of CPR and first aid. Committed to collaborating with physicians and families to provide quality patient care. Healthcare professional and home companion with strong history of providing support to clients within business environments to deliver comprehensive administrative assistance. Providing knowledge of clerical tasks, project support, scheduling, time management, assignment prioritization and customer service. Quickly resolving issues, handling conflicting priorities, remaining flexible and striving to exceed organizational goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Care Worker
Benchmark Senior Living
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed medical emergencies effectively, applying CPR and first aid skills when necessary to ensure patient safety.
- Contributed to hospice patients'' comfort during end-of-life care through empathetic support and symptom management.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean living space for clients, contributing to their overall wellness.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
Direct Care Worker
Brookdale Assisted Living
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
- Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using appropriate de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies when necessary.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, ensuring accurate information was readily available for healthcare providers and family members.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge within the direct care field through regular training sessions and workshops to ensure optimal care for each patient.
Medical Office Clerk
State Enterprise Commission
08.2000 - 10.2006
- Contributed to maintaining a clean and organized office environment by managing supplies inventory and restocking as needed.
- Collaborated closely with insurance companies to verify coverage details, submit claims, and process payments promptly.
- Improved communication between staff members by effectively coordinating meetings, agendas, and distributing information in a timely manner.
- Facilitated smooth office workflow by prioritizing tasks for administrative team members to meet deadlines consistently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychobiology
Legon University
Ghana 05.1981
High School Diploma -
Saint Roses High School
Ghana 06.1977
Skills
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Housekeeping tasks
- Vital signs monitoring
- Behavioral support
- Dementia Care
- Nutrition management
- Patient Care
- First aid and safety
- Recording vital signs
- Dressing assistance
- Medication Administration
- Behavioral Management
- Documentation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Medication organization
- Light Housekeeping
- ADL support
- Care plan assessment
- Elder Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- HHA - Home Health Aide
- CPR/AED
- Certified office clerk
Timeline
Home Health Care Worker
Benchmark Senior Living
08.2021 - 09.2022
Direct Care Worker
Brookdale Assisted Living
01.2019 - 04.2021
Medical Office Clerk
State Enterprise Commission
08.2000 - 10.2006
Bachelor of Science - Psychobiology
Legon University
High School Diploma -
Saint Roses High School
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