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Arie Lyn Hairston

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Skilled caregiver with extensive experience in providing direct support to individuals with diverse needs. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring reliable and flexible care. Proficient in personal care, medication management, and developing individualized care plans. Known for empathy, patience, and effective communication.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

Help
Pittsburgh, PA
03.2024 - Current
  • Provide compassionate care and support to individuals with disabilities, enhancing quality of life.
  • Assist clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and self-sufficiency.
  • Develop and implement individualized care plans based on client needs and preferences.
  • Monitor client health and behavior, reporting changes to appropriate healthcare professionals.
  • Learned ASL to better assist, understand and communicate with some clients.
  • Assist with pick up and drop-offs to work, activities and client/staff day out.

Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services
Pittsburgh, PA
03.2022 - 07.2024
  • Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of property and personnel.
  • Conducted routine patrols to identify and mitigate potential security risks.
  • Responded swiftly to incidents, coordinating with law enforcement as necessary.
  • Implemented access control measures, verifying credentials for entry into secure areas.

Unit Secretary

Allegheny Health Network
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2020 - 07.2023
  • Managed patient scheduling and appointment coordination to optimize unit workflow.
  • Maintained accurate medical records and ensured compliance with health regulations.
  • Facilitated communication between healthcare staff, patients, and families to enhance service delivery.
  • Admit and discharge patients.
  • Safely transfer patients from stretchers and beds.
  • Complete select patient care technician duties.

Patient Transporter

Allegheny Health Network
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2020 - 10.2021

Safely transport patients throughout facility to proper destination within the hospital.

Education

High School Diploma -

Northgate Middle/high School
Pittsburgh, PA

Cosmetology Course Completion (1250 Hours) -

A.w Beattie Career Center
Pittsburgh, PA

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

South College
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2026

Skills

  • Disability awareness
  • Emotional support
  • Meal preparation
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Patient and personal client care
  • Physical assistance
  • First aid and CPR
  • Medication management
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Documentation

Timeline

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

Help
03.2024 - Current

Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services
03.2022 - 07.2024

Unit Secretary

Allegheny Health Network
10.2020 - 07.2023

Patient Transporter

Allegheny Health Network
10.2020 - 10.2021

High School Diploma -

Northgate Middle/high School

Cosmetology Course Completion (1250 Hours) -

A.w Beattie Career Center

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

South College