Alisha Carey
Barboursville
Summary
Compassionate Resident Care Assistant experienced in delivering personalized care and support in healthcare settings. Enhanced resident quality of life through effective communication, emotional support, and tailored care plans. Demonstrated strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks to meet diverse patient needs.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Resident Care Assistant
Paramount Senior Living
Ona
12.2025 - Current
- Provided assistance to residents with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by following care plans and flow sheets for personal hygiene, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted residents with ambulation needs, including walking with a cane and wheelchair support, promoting mobility and independence.
- Supported residents in social and recreational activities to enhance well-being.
- Provided emotional support to residents during difficult times and facilitated adjustment to their stay at the facility.
- Cultivated relationships with patients through companionship and life enrichment activities, enhancing overall quality of life.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients.
- Documented changes in residents' health status accurately and promptly.
- Reported changes in resident's condition to Nurse Supervisor.
- Responded appropriately in emergency situations by following established protocols.
- Answered call bells promptly and responded quickly to requests from staff members.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing per physician order.
- Helped residents maintain neat, orderly, and comfortable room by making beds and assisting with cleaning and organization.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens and cleaning up after meals.
- Aided nurses in administering wound care treatments for pressure ulcers and surgical wounds in patient rooms.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Communicated effectively with team members about resident care plans.
Resident Assistant
Wyngate Senior Living Community
Barboursville
03.2022 - 12.2025
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Assisted residents with ambulation using walkers, canes, or wheelchairs to promote mobility and independence.
- Conducted routine rounds to assess resident care needs and ensure well-being.
- Oversaw medication administration and personal hygiene routines to maintain health and safety of residents.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding resident well-being and needs.
- Participated in training sessions to improve skills in elderly care practices.
- Participated in regular staff meetings with Resident Director.
Home Health Aide
West Virginia Choice
Huntington
01.2019 - 2022
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client quality of life.
- Provided mental and emotional support to foster client happiness and overall health.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Educated clients and families on health management and safety practices to promote well-being.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Nursing Assistant
Chateau Grove Senior Living
Barboursville
2015 - 02.2019
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Supported residents in daily activities and personal care to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Responded promptly to signal lights and requests-for-service to ensure timely patient support.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Performed basic nursing skills such as changing wound dressings and administering enemas.
- Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality care delivery.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information according to HIPAA guidelines.
Home Care Provider
Private Care
Branchland
2013 - 2015
- Developed personalized care plans based on individual client needs.
- Supported clients in daily living activities and personal care routines to enhance comfort and independence.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming, and feeding to promote independence.
- Assisted clients with mobility issues by using appropriate transfer techniques.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and maintaining accurate documentation.
- Collaborated with family members to provide timely care updates, ensuring alignment on client needs.
- Collaborated closely with families to provide support and guidance.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium, and high protein diets.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks including vacuuming, dusting, laundry, and meal preparation.
- Addressed emergency situations involving clients to ensure their safety and well-being.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Patient care
- ADL assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Ambulation assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Transfer techniques
- Fall prevention
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dementia care
- Physical therapy support
- Mobility support
- CPR certified
- Team collaboration
- Client confidentiality
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Resident Care Assistant
Paramount Senior Living
12.2025 - Current
Resident Assistant
Wyngate Senior Living Community
03.2022 - 12.2025
Home Health Aide
West Virginia Choice
01.2019 - 2022
Nursing Assistant
Chateau Grove Senior Living
2015 - 02.2019
Home Care Provider
Private Care
2013 - 2015
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Phoenix