Ann N.

Personal care of a Hospice patient—This involved helping the patient stay clean and comfortable, assistance with bathing and going to the bathroom, applying lotion to dry skin, keeping teeth clean, shaving, washing and combing their hair, providing clean clothes and bed linens and making sure the nails on their hands and feet are trimmed. Medications—As the primary caregiver, I made sure the patient has all their prescriptions filled and that correct dosages were given at the proper times. This can included anything from pills to syrups. Medical care—This involved cleaning and changing the bandages on pressure ulcers, taking their temperature, applying ice or heat or taking blood pressure readings. Medical equipment—I am well versed in how to use the patient’s medical equipment including oxygen machines, wheelchairs, lifts and hospital beds. Emotional care- This involved listening, talking, reading or playing music with the client, taking care of the family dogs and offering support to the extended family.