GANTA SHIVA LAKSHMI

* Provided comprehensive care and support to elderly patients living with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and other cognitive disorders.
* Assessed patients' physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral needs to develop individualized care plans.
* Assisted patients with activities of daily. living (ADLs), including personal hygiene, mobility, feeding, and medication adherence.
* Implemented person-centered dementia care approaches to improve patient comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
* Managed challenging behaviors such as confusion, agitation, wandering, and anxiety using non-pharmacological interventions.
* Coordinated with doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, and family members to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.

* Maintained accurate patient records, care notes, incident reports, and progress documentation in accordance with healthcare standards.
* Trained and supervised junior caregivers and support staff on dementia care practices, patient safety, and infection control protocols.

* Conducted cognitive stimulation activities, memory exercises, and recreational programs to promote mental well-being and social engagement.
* Monitored changes in patients' health conditions and promptly reported concerns to the healthcare team.
* Supported families through education, counseling, and guidance regarding dementia progression and care strategies.
* Ensured compliance with patient safety guidelines, elder care standards, and organizational policies.

* Key Achievements

* Delivered high-quality dementia care to multiple patients while maintaining strong patient and family satisfaction.
* Successfully mentored new caregivers, improving team performance and consistency of care.
* Reduced behavioral incidents through. individualized care planning and effective communication techniques.

* Recognized for compassionate patient care, teamwork, and commitment to improving residents' quality of life.

* Resume Summary
* Senior Dementia Care Specialist with 4 years of experience in providing person-centered care to individuals with dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Skilled in patient assessment, behavior management, care planning, caregiver supervision, family support, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Committed to enhancing patient well-being, safety, and quality of life through compassionate and evidence-based care practices.

• Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that aligned with the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics, incorporating real-world applications to enhance student understanding and relevance.
• Incorporated technology into lessons, such as interactive whiteboards and online simulations, to enhance student engagement and promote hands-on learning.
• Utilized differentiated instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners, including students with learning disabilities and English language learners, resulting in improved academic outcomes.
• Facilitated small group instruction and provided individualized support to struggling students, leading to a 10% increase in overall class performance.

• Developed and implemented engaging, inquiry-based lesson plans aligned with state and national science standards, resulting in a 15% increase in student test scores.
• Integrated hands-on experiments, interactive simulations, and real-world applications to enhance student understanding and engagement in scientific concepts.
• Differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students, providing individualized support and tailored lesson plans, leading to improved academic performance for struggling learners.
• Managed a classroom of 25+ students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment conducive to exploration and discovery.