Tiffany A.

“ As a nursing assistant, I have gained a deeper understanding of the value of giving my time and listening actively. While working with Alzheimer's patients, I always made sure to take my time in completing all of my tasks because I valued my relationships with the patients, and I learned that I must allow them to do as much as they can on their own in order to retain their independence. I have learned to demonstrate...

As a nursing assistant, I have gained a deeper understanding of the value of giving my time and listening actively. While working with Alzheimer's patients, I always made sure to take my time in completing all of my tasks because I valued my relationships with the patients, and I learned that I must allow them to do as much as they can on their own in order to retain their independence. I have learned to demonstrate not only physical strength in transferring patients but also emotional strength when patients pass away. On my first day with a hospice patient, his only request was for me to scratch his arm. Unfortunately, it was the day before he passed away, and I consider myself privileged to have had the opportunity of providing him with one last comfort. His smallest request taught me how time, patience, and a willingness to serve can make the biggest difference in others' lives. In the midst of my experiences with grief, my work was not short of joy. Tasks I have performed include activities of daily living, such as transfers, meals, baths, and hygiene. Upon employment at Morningside Assisted Living, I was trained to care specifically for patients suffering from Alzheimer's disease. I provided memory care and encouraged residents to participate in the "Bridge to Rediscovery" program, which engaged them in meaningful activities and inspired them to reach their full mental potential. With Comprehensive Home Care, I have had the privilege of establishing meaningful relationships with clients while driving them to and from surgeries and clinics, while aiding with minor housework, and while helping with ADLs. I have assisted a client who had a double-hernia surgery, clients on oxygen therapy, a client with Parkinson's disease, clients with bowel and urinary incontinence, and many clients with severe dementia.

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