Aja Seymour
Inchelium,WA
Summary
Compassionate Personal Care Aide with experience in providing support to elderly and disabled clients in home settings. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, medication management, and mobility support. Demonstrated ability to build trust and rapport with clients, enhancing their comfort and quality of life. Contributed to positive changes in clients' health and well-being through attentive care and emotional support.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Giver
Consumer Direct of Washington
Seattle, WA
12.2022 - Current
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients when necessary.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
Assistant Cook
Colville Confederated Tribes
Omak , Washington
04.2016 - 10.2017
- Took initiative in training new employees on proper safety protocols within the kitchen environment.
- Monitored temperatures of ovens and other cooking equipment during meal preparation.
- Checked quality of ingredients before adding them to a dish or meal.
- Labeled containers properly with contents and date information.
- Provided assistance to cooks in preparing meals during busy periods.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding menu changes or special orders.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes, standards, and dietary guidelines.
- Ensured proper portion sizes were served during meal times.
- Restocked shelves with new ingredients after use.
- Organized storage areas for food supplies.
- Maintained sanitation in the kitchen by adhering to health regulations.
- Assisted with food preparation tasks such as chopping vegetables and grinding meats.
- Cleaned work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
English Teacher
China Lee
China, China
06.2012 - 07.2012
- Encouraged self-expression among learners through oral presentations or role plays.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop new strategies for teaching English as a second language.
- Developed and implemented English curriculum to meet the needs of students.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
- Conducted classroom activities to encourage student engagement in language learning.
- Incorporated technology into daily lessons to enhance instruction.
- Organized extra-curricular activities, such as poetry writing competitions and debates related to the study of English literature.
- Explored different approaches to help students improve their reading comprehension skills.
Receptionist
Colville Confederated Tribes
Inchelium, Washington
06.2008 - 06.2009
- Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
- Monitored office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
- Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
Care Giver
Addus Health Care
Colville, WA
06.2000 - 08.2005
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
Education
High School Diploma -
Inchelium High School
Inchelium Wa06-2001
Skills
- Medication coordination
- Documentation
- Compassionate client care
- Case management
- State regulations
- Daily living activities assistance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Medication management
- Records maintenance
- Basic housekeeping
- Client transportation
- Elderly care
- Patient care and companionship
- Meal preparation
- Patient assessments
- Care plan management
Affiliations
- Like to stay active and on the move. A Go getter done kind of day.
Accomplishments
- Completed My High School Diploma with some College Credits..
Timeline
Care Giver
Consumer Direct of Washington
12.2022 - Current
Assistant Cook
Colville Confederated Tribes
04.2016 - 10.2017
English Teacher
China Lee
06.2012 - 07.2012
Receptionist
Colville Confederated Tribes
06.2008 - 06.2009
Care Giver
Addus Health Care
06.2000 - 08.2005
High School Diploma -
Inchelium High School
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