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Ava Hartman

Byron,MN

Summary

Empathic Personal Care Worker recognized for superior service and commitment to client comfort and mental well-being. Proponent of holistic care practices to satisfy social and recreational needs in addition to traditional concerns such as hygiene and meal prep. Closely monitors health and status changes for timely physician reporting or on-the-spot adjustments for non-emergencies.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Hiawatha Homes
06.2023 - Current
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
  • Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.

Patient Care Assistant

Mayo Clinic
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
  • Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
  • Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.

Home Caretaker

Visiting Angels Home Care
06.2022 - 01.2023
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

Executive Assistant Intern

Collins Orthodontics
08.2020 - 07.2021
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Organized envelopes, postage and mail correspondence for staff and surrounding dental offices, maintaining postage meter and coordinating with delivery and courier services.
  • Prepped examination rooms, sterilized equipment and instruments and maintained appropriate tray setup.
  • Typed patient data into computer system using Ortho2 Edge while following privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Biology - Public Health Concentrate

St. Olaf College
Northfield, MN
12.2024

Skills

  • Compassionate Client Care
  • Disability Adaptation
  • Emotional Support
  • Maintaining Patient Records
  • Individual Service Plans
  • Medical Terminology
  • Administering Medicines
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Companionship Skills

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
  • CPR, First Aid, and BLS
  • Medication Administration
  • Medical Needs Training
  • Back Safety Training

Volunteer Experience

Coach for Special Olympics Minnesota

Medical Simulation Lab Assistant

Destination Imagination at Greenvale Elementary

Three Links Care Center (starting 12/6/23)

Timeline

Patient Care Assistant

Mayo Clinic
05.2024 - 09.2024

Direct Support Professional

Hiawatha Homes
06.2023 - Current

Home Caretaker

Visiting Angels Home Care
06.2022 - 01.2023

Executive Assistant Intern

Collins Orthodontics
08.2020 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Biology - Public Health Concentrate

St. Olaf College

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