ADINA BRAXTON
Richmond,VA
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Home Health Aide
Right At Home Health Care
Chester, VA
2026.04 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored and documented patient health and safety conditions.
- Communicated effectively with clients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients and families.
- Coordinated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive care plans.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients at home.
- Educated clients and families on health management practices.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
House Cleaner
I’m& Out Home Improvements LLC
Colonial Heights, Virginia
2020.06 - 2026.03
- Cleaned residential spaces using sustainable products and efficient techniques.
- Organized cleaning supplies and equipment for optimal workflow and accessibility.
- Assessed client needs to provide personalized cleaning solutions and services.
- Performed deep cleaning tasks including carpets, windows, and kitchens as needed.
- Communicated with clients to understand cleaning preferences and special requests.
- Trained new employees on proper cleaning procedures and safety standards.
- Maintained inventory of cleaning supplies, ensuring adequate stock at all times.
- Implemented best practices for cleanliness and sanitation across various home environments.
- Cleaned homes following specific and detailed protocols and requests.
- Cleaned bathrooms including toilets, showers and bathtubs, sinks and countertops.
- Swept, mopped, vacuumed and polished floors of all types.
- Cleansed kitchen appliances such as microwaves, stoves, dishwashers.
- Sanitized doorknobs, light switches and other frequently touched surfaces.
- Washed windows inside and outside as needed.
- Emptied wastebaskets and replaced liners.
- Dusted furniture, window sills and other surfaces to remove dirt and cobwebs.
- Used proper chemicals and cleaning materials to optimal dilution and cleaned specific surfaces followed client requests.
- Operated in-house and portable vacuums to remove dust and debris from hardwood floors, carpets and upholstery.
- Transported trash bags to designated outdoor receptacles for disposal.
- Polished metal fixtures in kitchen and bathroom areas.
- Applied waxes to woodwork or tile floors for protection against wear-and-tear.
Delivery Driver
DoorDash
Colonial Heights
2016.12 - 2022.03
- Delivered food orders promptly to customers at various locations.
- Navigated efficiently using GPS and routing apps for optimal delivery routes.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding order status and delivery details.
- Managed cash and electronic payments during delivery transactions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of delivery vehicle at all times.
- Provided excellent customer service to enhance overall delivery experience.
- Followed safety protocols while driving in various weather conditions.
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty.
- Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards.
Mental Health Technician
Unity Family Services
Petersburg, Virginia
2017.11 - 2020.06
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in daily living activities and personal care for clients.
- Documented patient interactions and contributed to care plans.
- Maintained accurate client records and documentation in compliance with regulations.
- Provided emotional support and crisis intervention to clients in distress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client care strategies.
- Educated families on mental health resources and coping techniques.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding towards them.
- Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.
- Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
- Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Implemented therapeutic techniques such as art therapy, recreational therapy or music therapy.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
- Assisted in the development of individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through rewards systems when appropriate.
- Created activities that promoted physical wellness, emotional stability, cognitive functioning, independent living skills and social interaction among patients.
- Supported clients in developing daily living skills such as budgeting money or time management.
- Participated in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan further interventions.
- Maintained accurate records regarding treatments provided, medication administration and patient progress notes.
- Assisted in transporting clients to appointments outside the facility when necessary.
- Actively participated in continuing education programs related to mental health care delivery.
- Provided education about mental illness symptoms and causes to family members of patients.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
VCU
Richmond, VA 2008.05 - 2010.05
Associate of Applied Science - Family And Community Services
J Sargeant Reynold Community College
Richmond, VA 2005.01 - 2008.05
VCU
RSkills
- personal care
- patient monitoring
- health documentation
- basic medical knowledge
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Right At Home Health Care
2026.04 - Current
House Cleaner
I’m& Out Home Improvements LLC
2020.06 - 2026.03
Mental Health Technician
Unity Family Services
2017.11 - 2020.06
Delivery Driver
DoorDash
2016.12 - 2022.03
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
VCU
2008.05 - 2010.05
Associate of Applied Science - Family And Community Services
J Sargeant Reynold Community College
2005.01 - 2008.05
VCU