Alyssa Pegel
Crosby,MN
Summary
Compassionate Direct Care Professionals are focused on helping clients maintain personal hygiene and assisting with activities of daily living. Skilled in preparing meals, maintaining organized living spaces and documenting behaviors. I am committed to emotional and social support to promote overall wellness. I focus on our clients as a whole person. By that I mean I focus on helping maintain their health, emotional, mental and overall wellbeing to the best of my ability. While doing that I also help maintain and manage a safe environment that they can thrive and feel comfortable within.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Care Professional
Genesis Group Home
Nisswa, MN
05.2023 - Current
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to clients.
- Facilitated group activities to promote socialization among clients.
- Assisted clients in developing daily living skills, such as hygiene, cooking, and laundry.
- Monitored client behavior and documented any changes in condition or attitude.
- Transported clients to medical appointments and other activities as needed.
- Observed client interactions and reported any concerns to the supervisor.
- Administered medications following established protocols and guidelines.
- Encouraged clients to participate in recreational activities that promoted physical activity and mental stimulation.
- Maintained accurate records of client care services provided according to agency standards.
- Supported clients' rights by respecting their dignity and privacy at all times.
- Performed household tasks, such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, grocery shopping.
- Created a safe environment for all clients by enforcing policies related to safety procedures.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to junior staff members when necessary.
- Assessed client's needs for additional resources or assistance from outside agencies.
- Established positive relationships with clients through active listening and empathy.
- Encouraged developmentally appropriate behaviors while discouraging inappropriate ones.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Home Health Aide
Shiloh Assited Living
Pequot Lakes, MN
02.2016 - 03.2023
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.
- Answered patient calls promptly, providing assistance or referring them to appropriate personnel when needed.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.
- Provided emotional support to clients dealing with chronic illnesses or end-of-life situations.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
Education
Associate of Science - Health
Northwest Technical College
Bemidji, MNSkills
- Client Safety and First Aid
- Progress Documentation
- First Aid and Safety
- Client Documentation
- Behavior Redirection
- Knowledge of State Regulations
- Medication Administration
- Behavioral Management
- Patient Care
- Compassionate Client Care
- ADL Support
- Direct Patient Care
- Crisis Management
- Charting and Documentation
Timeline
Direct Care Professional
Genesis Group Home
05.2023 - Current
Home Health Aide
Shiloh Assited Living
02.2016 - 03.2023
Associate of Science - Health
Northwest Technical College