Aleta Damyanovich
Duluth,MN
Summary
Resident Assistant with experience in leadership and administrative duties. Committed to helping residents grow and feel empowered. Proficient in professional speaking, problem-solving, event planning and mediation. Positive attitude, excellent behavior, and perfect role model for campus residents.
Compassionate Resident Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized in conflict resolution, event planning, and peer support. Excel in communication, empathy, and leadership to foster supportive community environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Assistant
Accessible Space
Duluth, Minnesota
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Coordinated resident activities and events to foster community engagement.
- Maintained accurate resident records and documentation for compliance purposes.
- Communicated effectively with residents, families, and staff to address concerns.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed in all resident interactions and activities.
- Supported new residents with orientation and integration into the community.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to facilitate resident wellness plans.
- Trained new staff on procedures, policies, and resident assistance techniques.
- Completed routine rounds, checking with residents to meet care needs.
- Made beds daily and performed light housekeeping duties in resident apartments and common areas.
- Supervised and monitored activities of residents in the dormitory to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
- Aided residents with ambulation or walker, cane and wheelchair use.
- Monitored assigned areas for cleanliness and security purposes.
- Transported residents to activities and meals.
- Welcomed new residents and assisted with community adjustment.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Developed positive relationships with all members of the residence hall community.
- Managed administrative tasks, maintenance requests, room change process, and incident reports.
- Responded to emergency situations within the residence hall.
- Maintained accurate records of incidents that occurred in the residence hall.
- Participated in regular staff meetings with Resident Director.
- Mentored new resident assistants during their training period.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
- Implemented educational programs focusing on personal development topics such as study skills, time management, stress management.
- Coordinated student events such as movie nights, game nights, and other social activities.
- Assisted with resolving student conflicts and disputes.
- Responded and assisted with diverse needs of residents on wing.
- Served as an information resource for residents regarding campus services.
- Promoted diversity awareness by creating informative bulletin boards or hosting special events addressing relevant issues.
- Planned fun activities throughout the semester such as holiday celebrations or themed nights.
Caregiver
New Perspective Senior Living
Superior, Wisconsin
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene routines.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and instructions.
- Facilitated communication between clients and healthcare providers during visits.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- 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.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Resident Aide
Hillcrest
Hibbing, Minnesota
06.2016 - 10.2019
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored resident health and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented resident needs and preferences in care plans accurately.
- Engaged residents in social activities to promote mental wellness and community.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of common areas for resident comfort.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure quality care and support services.
- Provided emotional support to residents, fostering a positive living environment.
- Maintained confidential accurate records of resident status and treatment plans.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Assisted residents with daily needs, personal hygiene, dressing, and facility transfers.
- Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times while on duty.
- Provided personal laundry services for those unable to do so independently.
- Monitored resident health status, including vital signs and changes in physical or mental condition.
- Positioned residents for comfort and to prevent skin pressure problems.
- Conducted regular room checks throughout shift to ensure cleanliness standards are met.
- Supported residents during periods of emotional distress.
- Reported unusual symptoms and behaviors of residents to professionals.
Skills
- Resident coordination
- Activity planning
- Medication administration
- Compliance documentation
- Safety protocol enforcement
- Resident engagement
- Emergency response
- Care plan collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Emotional support
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Training and mentoring
- Record keeping
- Professional speaking
- Patient management
Certification
- Personal Care assistant certified
- Aed/cpr certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Resident Assistant
Accessible Space
08.2025 - Current
Caregiver
New Perspective Senior Living
05.2025 - 07.2025
Resident Aide
Hillcrest
06.2016 - 10.2019