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Sekai K.

Sekai K.

$25.00 / hr

Silver Spring, MD

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About Sekai

Caregiver with 15+ years of experience in geriatric care within homes and assisted living environments. Recognized for ability to monitor and provide emotional and physical support to patients and staff. Possess exceptional communication abilities, as well as cultural sensitivity to care for diverse populations. Looking to leverage a passion and commitment to overall patient wellbeing to improve quality of life and patient outcomes.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

Job Interests

  • Part Time
  • Overnight
  • Weekend Live-In
  • Holiday Shifts

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

Skills & Expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Arthritis
  • COPD
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Home Health Care
  • Hospice Care
  • Orthopedic Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Post Surgery Recovery
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Private Care Assistance

Apr 2020 - Present
CARRIAGE HILL OF BETHESDA
* Cared for 7 patients on a rotational schedule * Performed light housekeeping duties, including cleaning and meal preparation * Assisted patients with bathing, clothing, feeding, and exercise to promote mental alertness * Followed care plan, home regulations, and implemented consistent safety practices
Apr 2020 - Present

Private Duty Assistance

Feb 2015 - Apr 2020
Aspenwood Apartments
* Assist an average of 35 residents with ADLs including personal hygiene, exercise plans, and nutrition. * Consistently perform bed-to-chair transfers and bed-turns for patients. Implemented this schedule across all wards, which resulted in a 48% reduction in bed sores and improved patient satisfaction. * Oversee patient schedules with exceptional organization including daily schedules, doctor appointments, exercise routines, medication schedules, recreational activities, and family visits. * Implemented group activities (movie nights, games, hobbies) that improved resident and staff engagement by 34%.
Feb 2015 - Apr 2020

Assisted Caregiver

Jan 2010 - Feb 2015
BRIGHTON GARDENS OF TUCKERMAN LANE – Assisted Living Facility
* Managed the care of 35+ residents aged 68-97 with daily needs including personal hygiene, dressing, being turned, and being transferred from chairs to beds * Monitored changes in patients' breathing rate, body temperature, blood pressure, glucose levels, and emotional wellbeing * Trained 12 new staff members during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing mentorship guidance while maintaining a 92% employee retention rate * Oversaw resident schedules consisting of exercise routines, doctor appointments, medication intake, recreational activities, and family visits * Implemented group activities such as movie nights, story-telling, and games that improved resident and staff engagement by 45%
Jan 2010 - Feb 2015

Dominion Academy & Healthcare Services

Jan 2006 - Jan 2007
Lanham, MD
Jan 2006 - Jan 2007
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