Adriona Carey
Saint Charles,MO
Summary
Compassionate, hard working individual with 6+ years in various areas throughout the medical field. Driven to consistently deliver exceptional client support and utilize my skills in a facility where opportunities are offered.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Health Worker
Mercy General Hospital
Creve Coeur, MO
09.2023 - Current
- Provide health education to clients about nutrition, physical activity and disease prevention.
- Assist with patient referrals to appropriate community resources.
- Monitored client progress towards health goals and objectives.
- Collaborate with other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care for patients.
- Assess the impact of social determinants of health on patient outcomes.
- Create informational materials about available resources in the local community.
- Serve as a liaison between healthcare providers and community organizations.
- Provide assistance with completing forms related to public benefits programs.
- Give informal counseling and guidance on health behaviors, advocate for individual and community health needs,.
DIRECT SUPPORT SPECIALIST
EASTER SEALS
Maryland Heights, MO
06.2018 - 06.2023
- Aid and supervise individuals with mental and physical disabilities with daily tasks. Provide support and encouragement to individual in home and community.
- Administer medication, provide transportation and support with individuals medical appointments Assist individuals with bathing, dressing, and lifting.
- Communicated with legal services providers and nurse regarding cases.
- Partnered with interdisciplinary teams to implement care plans.
- Attended case management team meetings to staff current clients and provide insight on caseloads.
MENTAL HEALTH COACH
St.Louis Children's Hospitals
St.Louis, Missouri
09.2020 - 06.2023
- Provided excellent service to patients through personal communication.
- Document observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Assists patients with daily hygiene including personal care direction. Assists with physical activity and meets patients’ nutritional needs.
- Conduct 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu.
- Collects and records specimens
- Delivered counseling services, including one-on-one, group therapy to a average of 9 patients per day.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology Minor in Human Service
University of Missouri - St Louis
St Louis, MO05-2024
Associate of Arts - General Transfer Degree
ST.LOUIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
St Louis, MO2021
Clinical Laboratory Skills - Phlebotomy Certificate
ST.LOUIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
St Louis, MO2018
High School Diploma -
PARKWAY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Chesterfield, Mo2017
Skills
- Strong interpersonal communication and relationship-building skills
- Cultural competency to communicate appropriately with a variety of populations
- Strong organization and case management skills
- Ability to type 30 words per minute
- Successful in comprehending and learning new system and methods
- CPR & First Aid certified
- BLS Provider
- Level 1 Medication Aide License
- Nutritional needs and balanced meals
- Excellent Customer Service Skills
- Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid population
Timeline
Community Health Worker
Mercy General Hospital
09.2023 - Current
MENTAL HEALTH COACH
St.Louis Children's Hospitals
09.2020 - 06.2023
DIRECT SUPPORT SPECIALIST
EASTER SEALS
06.2018 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Sociology Minor in Human Service
University of Missouri - St Louis
Associate of Arts - General Transfer Degree
ST.LOUIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Clinical Laboratory Skills - Phlebotomy Certificate
ST.LOUIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
PARKWAY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL