Cathy Higgins
Suffolk
Summary
Experienced caregiver specializing in enhancing quality of life through reliable, client-centered support. Proven ability to manage medication schedules, assist with mobility, and maintain a safe living environment, fostering independence and dignity for clients.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
Lancaster
09.2010 - 05.2026
- Provided daily personal care to client, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Assisted client with mobility and transportation to appointments or activities.
- Managed medication schedules and reminded client of her prescriptions.
- Prepared nutritious meals based on client dietary needs and preferences.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for client at home.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client well-being.
- Supported client in engaging in social activities to enhance quality of life.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Provided companionship for elderly client by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Created safe and positive living situations for client by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individual and continually monitored safety.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport resident.
- Drove client to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Accompanied client to social events such as movies or plays.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
- Helped patient during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with client and loved ones.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Respected the rights of client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Education
General Studies
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Personal care
- Medication management
- Patient mobility assistance
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Safety hazard assessment
- Health communication
- Patient documentation
- Care plan compliance
- Team collaboration
- Resource education
- Emotional support
- Trust building
- Problem solving
- Observational skills
- Time management
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Disability support
- Physical therapy support
- Care plan adherence
- Care plan management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Medication administration
- Case management
- Lifting and transferring
- HIPAA compliance
- Behavioral management
- [Language] fluency
- Patient care and companionship
- Resident empowerment
- End-of-life care
- COVID-19 safety policies
- Basic housekeeping
- Daily living activities assistance
- Chronic illness management
- Patient advocacy
- Reliability and punctuality
- Transportation services
- Relationship building
- Incapacitation care
- Records maintenance
- Medication and appointment reminders
- Direct patient care
- Nutrition
- Cultural sensitivity
- Mobility assistance
- Safety awareness
- Elderly care
- Empathetic listening
- State regulations
- Dependable and responsible
- Conflict resolution
- At-home care instruction
- Daily living assistance
- Respectful and compassionate
- Meal preparation
- Dementia care
- Behavior redirection
- Multitasking and organization
- Medical records management
- Strong ethics
- Patient management
Timeline
Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
09.2010 - 05.2026
General Studies
Los Angeles Southwest College