Ashley Dixon
Carthage,MS
Summary
Compassionate professional with experience as Residential Aide, skilled in personal care assistance and maintaining clean living environments. Strong interpersonal skills facilitate effective communication with residents, families, and staff. Proven track record of implementing individualized care plans to enhance residents' quality of life while adhering to safety and confidentiality standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Aide
MBCI-Nittak Himmona Domestic Violence Shelter
Choctaw, MS
03.2016 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Supported residents in maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
- Monitored resident safety and well-being during scheduled activities and tasks.
- Communicated effectively with residents, providing companionship and emotional support.
- Participated in team meetings with other residential aides discussing resident care plans.
- Ensured the safety of residents by monitoring their behavior, responding promptly to requests for assistance, and providing a safe environment.
- Intervened during conflicts between residents while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Developed positive relationships with residents by demonstrating respect for their needs and preferences.
- Conducted housekeeping duties including cleaning rooms, changing bed linens, and doing laundry.
- Cleaned and organized patients' living quarters.
- Maintained accurate record of resident care services and reported any changes in condition to supervisor.
- Prepared meals for residents according to dietary restrictions and preferences established by physician or nurse practitioner.
- Transported residents to appointments or other destinations using wheelchair-accessible van or personal vehicle.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Ran errands for clients and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
- Requested and restocked supplies in tub rooms, linen storage and resident personal areas.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
Education
High School Diploma -
Choctaw Central High School
Choctaw, MS 05-2002
Skills
- Assistance with daily living
- Resident safety monitoring
- Meal preparation
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Record keeping
- Microsoft word I & II
- Microsoft excel I & II
Timeline
Residential Aide
MBCI-Nittak Himmona Domestic Violence Shelter
03.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Choctaw Central High School