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Brittany Vara

LAKE GENEVA,WI

Summary

Friendly and compassionate individual with years of experience interacting with diverse and eclectic groups of people. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement educational background. Skilled Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive knowledge and understanding of development factors specific to children, and geriatric population. Ability to function at a high level in a wide variety of settings.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Personal In-Home Caregiver

Dr. Philip Carney
01.2017 - Current
  • Improved client comfort by providing personalized in-home care and assistance with daily tasks.
  • Enhanced client well-being through regular social interaction and emotional support.
  • Ensured a safe home environment by performing housekeeping duties and implementing safety measures.
  • Promoted client autonomy by assisting with personal hygiene, grooming, and dressing routines.
  • Maintained client health with proper medication administration and timely medical appointments.
  • Supported clients'' nutritional needs by preparing healthy meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Managed clients'' schedules, coordinating appointments and transportation as needed for optimal time management.

Advanced Certified Medication Aide

Williams Bay Care Center
11.2016 - 12.2016
  • Improved patient outcomes by accurately administering medications and monitoring responses.
  • Enhanced patient safety with thorough documentation of medication administration records.
  • Assisted in the reduction of medication errors through diligent cross-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
  • Streamlined medication distribution processes by maintaining an organized and efficient medication cart.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Williams Bay Care Center
06.2007 - 12.2016
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

Interim Administrative Assistant

Willams Bay Care Center
09.2016 - 11.2016

● Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages.

● Helped distribute employee notices and mail around the office. ● Organized all new hire paperwork.

● Developed and maintained internal control and processes for Kronos payroll.

● Coordinated nursing staff schedule.

Foster Care Case Aide

Children's Home + Aid
09.2011 - 11.2011
  • Supervise visits with the knowledge of what appropriate supervision is, the ability to intervene if children and youth are at risk, and to report back relevant details about the interactions
  • Improved the well-being of foster children by providing consistent and compassionate support in their daily lives.
  • Participate with team conferences when needed
  • Maintained accurate records of daily interactions, progress reports, and incident documentation to ensure a thorough understanding of each child''s situation.
  • Facilitated positive relationships between foster children and their families through regular communication and family visits.
  • Provided transportation for children and parents to and from visits.

Education

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice/ Law Enforcement

Gateway Technical College
Kenosha, WI
05.2013

Skills

  • CPR Certification
  • Compassionate Caregiving
  • Confidentiality Practices
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Observational Skills
  • Medication Administration
  • Problem Solving
  • Active Listening
  • Progress Documentation
  • Organizational Skills

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant registration # 298487
  • Certified Medication Assistant Certified since 2016
  • CPR Certification Issue date 07/2022

Timeline

Personal In-Home Caregiver

Dr. Philip Carney
01.2017 - Current

Advanced Certified Medication Aide

Williams Bay Care Center
11.2016 - 12.2016

Interim Administrative Assistant

Willams Bay Care Center
09.2016 - 11.2016

Foster Care Case Aide

Children's Home + Aid
09.2011 - 11.2011

Certified Nursing Assistant

Williams Bay Care Center
06.2007 - 12.2016

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice/ Law Enforcement

Gateway Technical College
Brittany Vara