Open To Work
Ashley Herlein
Atalissa,IA
Work Preference
Summary
Adaptable and compassionate professional with extensive experience in direct support roles. Known for strong teamwork and attention to detail, facilitating successful care plans and promoting client independence. Ready to contribute to exceptional client outcomes. Dedicated caregiver with strong skills in client-centered care, effective communication, and fostering emotional well-being. Committed to enhancing client quality of life through meaningful connections and thorough support. Empathetic caregiver with a focus on client health and well-being. Proven ability to build trust and support clients in daily activities while maintaining safety and hygiene standards. Prepared to enhance care delivery through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DSP
Vera French Community Mental Health Center
Davenport, IA
06.2020 - Current
- Assisted in daily operations by supporting team members with tasks.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to ensure safety standards.
- Facilitated group activities to enhance social skills and community engagement.
- Developed meaningful connections with clients to foster trust and promote emotional well-being.
- Followed safety guidelines while operating equipment and tools effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned projects efficiently.
- Participated in training sessions to learn operational procedures and protocols.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding workflow and tasks.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
Kitchen Staff Member
caseys
Columbus Junction, Iowa
01.2016 - 06.2019
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace throughout shifts.
- Prepared ingredients and meals according to established recipes and standards.
- Cleaned and sanitized work surfaces, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware.
- Stocked and replenished kitchen supplies and ingredients as needed.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Moved smoothly between different cooking stations to assist with meal preparations.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to ensure timely meal preparation and service.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift.
- Consistently maintained high standards of personal hygiene during shifts.
- Followed health and safety guidelines for food preparation and service.
- Assisted chefs in food preparation and plating for service.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during meal preparation.
- Stocked supplies and managed inventory levels in kitchen storage areas.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations during service.
- Followed food safety guidelines to prevent contamination and ensure quality.
- Received and inspected deliveries for quality and freshness of ingredients.
- Cleaned and sanitized frequently to maintain health code standards.
- Carried out basic cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes .
- Prepared a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures.
- Performed other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Observed food handling and sanitation procedures to safeguard against foodborne illnesses.
- Adhered fully to kitchen standards involving required portion sizes, individual recipe instructions and safe food handling procedures.
- Operated various kitchen appliances such as mixers, slicers, ovens, grills .
- Contributed to successful kitchen operations with smooth handling of daily checklists.
- Organized all storage areas in an efficient manner to maximize space utilization.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared in accordance with restaurant standards.
- Checked stock regularly and discarded unsafe food to protect customers.
- Unloaded food and supplies from delivery trucks to appropriate storage locations.
- Assisted cook team by preparing sandwiches and salads.
- Kept track of food waste and spoilage to ensure minimal loss.
- Assisted in the preparation of all menu items, including salads, appetizers, and entrees.
- Cleaned and sterilized dishes, countertops, and utensils to prevent bacteria growth.
- Washed and sanitized plates using industrial dishwashers according to manufacturer instructions.
Home Health Caregiver
Sheila chase
Conesville, Iowa
01.2013 - 03.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming and toileting.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to physician or nurse.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for client; changing bed linens, cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming carpets, washing dishes, laundry.
- Assisted clients with mobility issues by providing support for walking, transferring from bed to chair.
- Effectively prioritized tasks to ensure timely completion of daily care routines and responsibilities.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Administered medications as directed and documented medication administration in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Provided guidance on medication schedules to ensure timely and accurate intake.
- Promoted positive morale among patients by providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Managed medication schedules and ensured timely administration of prescriptions.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to medical appointments and social activities.
- Maintained accurate records of client care and progress reports for caregivers.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for the client; changing bed linens, cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming carpets, washing dishes, laundry.
- Assessed the physical condition of clients on an ongoing basis including reporting any changes in health status to supervisor.
- Provided companionship services including reading aloud, playing games or engaging in conversation with clients.
- Demonstrated compassion and respect for all clients while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
- Encouraged independence among patients by helping them learn self-care skills that can be used independently without assistance from others.
- Observed safety precautions related to infection control practices in all areas where duties are performed.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations when necessary.
- Assisted with range-of-motion exercises designed to increase flexibility and strength of assigned patients.
- Actively listened to concerns expressed by family members concerning their loved one's condition or treatment plan.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations involving assigned patients.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of patient information.
- Prepared meals according to prescribed dietary needs and monitored food intake of assigned patients.
- Provided respite care services for family members who need relief from caring for their ill relative.
- Provided emotional support to both patients and families during difficult times.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation, and shopping.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Maintained updated records and safeguarded patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
- Cared for disabled children or children with sick or disabled parents.
Education
GED -
West Branch High School
West Branch 04-2000
Skills
- Client assessment
- Medication administration
- Health monitoring
- Hygiene support
- Activity planning
- Patient interaction
- Care coordination
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Record keeping
- Nutritional planning
- Adaptability
- Emotional intelligence
- Administer medication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Exceptional patient care
- Comfort care
- Grooming assistance
- Physical therapy assistance
- Emotional support
- Heartsaver first aid (first aid)
- Professional demeanor
- Monitor vital signs
- Companionship
- Coordination skills
- Safety compliance
- Service documentation
- Interpersonal skills
- Physical strength
- Review cases
- CPR certification
- Errands
- AR/AP
- Personal care aide (PCA)
- Alzheimer's care
- Multitasking capacity
- Housekeeping duties
- Mobility assistance
- Self motivation
- Personal care homemaker
- Cooking meals
- Cook healthy meals
- Resident care partner
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Resident care associate
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Bedside care
- Health education
- Staff collaboration
- Childcare experience
- Task prioritization
- Communication skills
- Active listening
- First aid training
- Meal planning and preparation
Certification
medication manager
Work Availability
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Timeline
DSP
Vera French Community Mental Health Center
06.2020 - Current
Kitchen Staff Member
caseys
01.2016 - 06.2019
Home Health Caregiver
Sheila chase
01.2013 - 03.2019
GED -
West Branch High School