Aysia Taylor
Erie,PA
Summary
Reliable Direct Care Worker offering exceptional care in home environments. Passionate about supporting patient progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors and teaching healthy habits. Dedicated to patient safety, wellness, and happiness.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2024
2024
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Barber Center
Erie, PA
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Collaborated with team members to create supportive care plans.
- Monitored client behavior and reported any changes to supervisors.
- Facilitated social activities to promote client engagement and interaction.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate records for care reviews.
- Provided transportation support to clients for appointments and community outings.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
Home Health Aide
Sunrise in-home care
Erie, PA
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored patient health and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients and staff.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Massaged patients or applied liniment, alcohol rubs or heat-lamp stimulation.
- Maintained updated records and safeguarded patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
- Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading, and board games.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Life gaurd
Splash Lagoon Indoor Waterpark
Erie, PA
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Monitored pool areas for safety and compliance with regulations.
- Performed rescue techniques and first aid when necessary.
- Conducted regular safety drills and training sessions for team members.
- Collaborated with team members to respond quickly to emergencies.
- Observed guest behavior to prevent accidents and ensure enjoyment.
- Enforced all safety regulations and posted rules for patrons.
- Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
- Used training and medical supplies to examine injured people and administer first aid.
Education
Erie High School
Erie, PASkills
- Personal care
- Care plan development
- Medication administration
- Client monitoring
- Emotional support
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Safety awareness
- Patient care
- Medical records management
- Transportation assistance
- Decision-making support
- Relationship building
- Client advocacy
- Charting and documentation
- Direct patient care
- First aid and CPR
- Healthcare
- Disability awareness
- Active listening
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Barber Center
08.2025 - Current
Home Health Aide
Sunrise in-home care
06.2023 - 01.2025
Life gaurd
Splash Lagoon Indoor Waterpark
06.2022 - 05.2023
Erie High School