Brittany Powers
Henrico,VA
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Assistant with expertise in patient monitoring, personal hygiene assistance, and mobility support. Committed to maintaining safety protocols and fostering a compassionate environment for optimal patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Private Employer
Richmond, VA
02.2017 - Current
- Provided one-on-one care for a quadriplegic adult in a private home for 9 years.
- Assisted with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and toileting.
- Safely transferred and repositioned patient using proper body mechanics and equipment.
- Monitored patient's physical condition and promptly reported changes or concerns.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and comfortable environment to prevent injury or harm.
- Assisted with a range-of-motion exercises and mobility needs.
- Provided companionship, emotional support, and continuous observation to ensure patient safety.
- Maintained patient dignity, confidentiality, and respectful communication.
- Collaborated with family members and other healthcare providers regarding patient care.
Sales Associate
Thrifty Quaker
Midlothian, VA
05.2014 - Current
- Maintained store organization and cleanliness to promote appealing merchandise displays.
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals and improve customer service standards.
- Trained new associates on sales techniques and store policies to foster a knowledgeable team.
- Implemented inventory management practices to optimize stock levels and reduce shrinkage.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
Education
High School Diploma -
Midlothian High School
Midlothian, VA06-2014
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Safety protocols
- ADL support
- Mobility assistance
- Written and verbal communication
- Medical terminology
- Documentation
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Private Employer
02.2017 - Current
Sales Associate
Thrifty Quaker
05.2014 - Current
High School Diploma -
Midlothian High School