Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Shonda Michaels

Philadelphia

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Home Health Aide with experience at Zeal Home Care LLC, skilled in patient care and meal preparation. Enhanced clients' independence through personalized assistance and maintained a safe environment, significantly reducing fall risks. Proven ability to adapt to individual needs while fostering dignity and comfort in daily living activities.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Health Aide

Zeal Home Care LLC
12.2023 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.

Dietary Aide

Home Health Services
01.2004 - Current
  • Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
  • Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
  • Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays and immediately delivered to correct rooms.
  • Maintained strict hygiene standards in kitchen, significantly reducing cross-contamination risks.
  • Ensured timely meal delivery to patients, enhancing their dining experience and satisfaction.
  • Prepared special dietary meals to meet individual patient needs, promoting better health outcomes.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Strawberry Manison High School
3133 Ridge Ave
06-1997

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Meal preparation
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Bathing assistance
  • Housekeeping
  • Dressing assistance
  • Light housekeeping
  • Patient transport

Timeline

Home Health Aide

Zeal Home Care LLC
12.2023 - Current

Dietary Aide

Home Health Services
01.2004 - Current

High School Diploma -

Strawberry Manison High School
Shonda Michaels