Alexandria Calbert
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Adaptable and efficient worker known for their ability to perform effectively in various work environments. Possessing outstanding skills in problem-solving and a quiet demeanor that promotes a focused and productive work environment.
Compassionate Caregiver Attendant known for highly productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in personalized care planning, patient mobility assistance, and emotional support. Excel at communication, patience, and empathy to meet diverse client needs with respect and understanding.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver Attendant
1st Choice Home Care Services
Fort Wayne, IN
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
- Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading, and board games.
- Massaged patients or applied liniment, alcohol rubs or heat-lamp stimulation.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations using appropriate interventions.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Accompanied clients on outings such as shopping trips, recreational activities and doctor visits.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Maintained records of patient care, progress or problems to report and discuss observations.
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
CNA Student
Sherry Carter
Fort Wayne, IN
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
- Carried out special projects assigned by supervisors or nursing staff.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds.
- Used proper body mechanics when lifting, transferring or positioning immobile patients.
- Monitored food intake of assigned patients during meal times and recorded it on appropriate forms.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Observed changes in condition or behavior of patients and reported to nursing staff.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to CNA profession.
- Provided emotional support to patient and family members.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Encouraged patient participation in therapeutic activities such as walking, stretching exercises or physical therapy sessions.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient area by changing bed linens and cleaning up spills.
- Gave verbal assistance to non-English speaking patients when needed for communication purposes.
- Transported patients between departments within the facility using wheelchairs or stretchers.
GARDENER
Purdue University
Fort Wayne, IN
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Demonstrated adaptability and quick learning ability in diverse work environments
- Proactively sought feedback from supervisors, implemented suggestions, and continuously improved performance
- Developed strong teamwork and communication skills while working with diverse individuals
- Assisted with maintaining and beautifying a garden owned beds through planting and weeding
Education
EARLY HIGH-SCHOOL GRADUATE -
Anthis Career Academy
Fort Wayne, IN01.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
University of Saint Francis
Fort Wayne, INSkills
- Customer assistance
- Organization
- Speed and efficiency
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Communication
- Pastry making
- Cake decorating
- Food preparation
- Menu planning
- Sanitation
- Culinary techniques
- Drawing
- Painting
- Digital Art
- Illustration
- Sculpting
- Animal Handling
- Feeding
- Animal behavior
- Animal health
- Patient assistance
- Physical therapy assistance
- Seizure management
- Recreational activities planning
- Meal preparation
- Client confidentiality
- Personal hygiene support
- Housekeeping tasks
- Nutrition monitoring
- Emotional support
- Mobility support
- Toileting assistance
- Healthcare documentation
- Feeding tube care
- Compassionate care
- Fall prevention
- Transfer skills
Languages
English | Native
Timeline
CNA Student
Sherry Carter
06.2024 - 07.2024
Caregiver Attendant
1st Choice Home Care Services
02.2024 - 12.2024
GARDENER
Purdue University
01.2022 - 01.2023
EARLY HIGH-SCHOOL GRADUATE -
Anthis Career Academy
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
University of Saint Francis