Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Amber Hodge

Odin,IL

Summary

Compassionate and dependable caregiver with extensive experience at Rescare Community Alternatives, excelling in patient-focused care and health monitoring. Recognized for strong teamwork and problem-solving skills, I effectively implemented physical therapy and maintained meticulous health records, ensuring optimal patient well-being and fostering trust within the caregiver community.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ADSP

Rescare Community Alternatives
06.2014 - Current
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
  • Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
  • Maintained a sterile work environment, adhering to strict safety guidelines for optimal patient care.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Read physician orders and matched to residents' medication administration records.
  • Administering medication according to physician orders and established protocols.

Surfacing Products

Swan Corporation
03.2013 - 05.2014
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

DSP

Colonial Apartments
03.2009 - 12.2012
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.

DSP

Bryan Maner
01.2004 - 01.2008
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.

Education

High School Diploma -

Odin Public School
Odin, IL
05-2004

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Multitasking
  • Organizational skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Active listening
  • Calm under pressure
  • Organization and time management
  • Decision-making
  • Problem resolution
  • Verbal communication

Certification

  • First Aid Certification
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Adult CPR/AED certification
  • Direct Support Professional Certification (DSP) Direct Support Professionals.
  • Food Safety Certification
  • Medication Administration Certification.
  • Your Safe Im Safe (YSIS) Certification.

Timeline

ADSP

Rescare Community Alternatives
06.2014 - Current

Surfacing Products

Swan Corporation
03.2013 - 05.2014

DSP

Colonial Apartments
03.2009 - 12.2012

DSP

Bryan Maner
01.2004 - 01.2008

High School Diploma -

Odin Public School

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Amber Hodge