Barbara Nuckolls
Philomath,OR
Summary
Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference.
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult Care Provider
Green Street AFH
Philomath, OR
12.2006 - Current
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Developed individual plans of care based on assessment results and goals set by the patient and family members.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions used ; documented any changes made accordingly .
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure best possible outcomes for patients.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies related to adult care services.
- Maintained accurate documentation on patient assessments, treatments rendered, interventions implemented, and progress notes in accordance with agency policies and standards.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as falls or seizures; provided first aid or CPR if necessary.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including changing linens, laundry service, cleaning bathrooms and kitchen areas as required by the facility policy and procedures manual .
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Assisted adults with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Encouraged independence while providing necessary assistance when needed.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Administered medications according to physician's orders and monitored patient reactions.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for the clients in accordance with established standards of care.
Volunteer Firefighter
Philomath Fire Department
Philomath, OR
06.2003 - 12.2006
- Combatted fires by holding nozzles and directing streams of fog, chemicals or water.
- Supported rescue operations by providing assistance in searching for missing persons.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Inspected and maintained firefighting gear to ensure proper functioning.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Ascended and descended ladders, stairs and ramps in smoke-filled areas.
- Participated in post-emergency reviews with supervisors to discuss ways to improve future responses.
- Held nozzles and directed streams of fog, chemicals or water to combat fires.
- Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.
- Triaged patients to assist emergency workers in administering medical care.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Maintained records of incident reports, vehicle maintenance logs and call logs.
- Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Participated in on-call schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends or holidays.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
Volunteer Firefighter
Grover Beach Fire Department
Grover Beach, CA
06.1997 - 11.1999
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Inspected and maintained firefighting gear to ensure proper functioning.
- Located victims trapped by fires, extricated and rendered first aid.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Ascended and descended ladders, stairs and ramps in smoke-filled areas.
- Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
- Participated in post-emergency reviews with supervisors to discuss ways to improve future responses.
- Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.
- Held nozzles and directed streams of fog, chemicals or water to combat fires.
- Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.
- Triaged patients to assist emergency workers in administering medical care.
- Maintained records of incident reports, vehicle maintenance logs and call logs.
- Communicated with other members of the team to coordinate activities at a scene.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Participated in on-call schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends or holidays.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, providing medical aid where necessary.
- Participated in regular drills and training sessions to keep skills up-to-date.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
Education
EMT -B - Emergency Medical Technology
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA06.1998
GED -
Foothill High School
Bakersfield, CA07.1988
Skills
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking capacity
Certification
- First Aid
- CPR
- Adult Foster Care Provider
Timeline
Adult Care Provider
Green Street AFH
12.2006 - Current
Volunteer Firefighter
Philomath Fire Department
06.2003 - 12.2006
Volunteer Firefighter
Grover Beach Fire Department
06.1997 - 11.1999
EMT -B - Emergency Medical Technology
Allan Hancock College
GED -
Foothill High School