Brook Renae Patterson
Whiteland,IN
Summary
I am a friendly, outgoing, dedicated individual who enjoys working with children. I have the ambition to succeed in any environment, and I am always up for new challenges, whatever the situation may be. I work well with others, as a well as being a self-starter.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Advantageous Care LLC
Indianapolis, IN
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Answered patient calls promptly, providing assistance or referring them to appropriate personnel when needed.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
- Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Participated in developing individualized care plans based on medical orders and assessments.
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.
- Instructed family members regarding proper home care techniques and infection control procedures.
- Provided emotional support to clients dealing with chronic illnesses or end-of-life situations.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Employment Consultant/Team Leader
Easter Seals Crossroads
Indianapolis, Indiana
05.2017 - Current
- Job coaching, advocacy, and skill training
- Provide monthly progress notes to appropriate VR counselor
- Maintain accurate and complete client files
- Maintain confidentiality of information
- Oversee hours/work experience for clients
- Maintained logs of Transportation report
Employment Consultant / Trainer
Child Adult Resource Services
Rockville, Indiana
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Job coaching, advocacy, and skill training
- Provide monthly progress notes to appropriate VR counselor
- Maintain accurate and complete client files
- Maintain confidentiality of information
- Lead staff meetings
- Facilitate new Employment Consultant Trainings
- Budgeting, Billing and forecasting expenditures
- Manage Time Sheets
- Oversee hours/work experience for clients
- Maintained logs of Transportation reports
Dispatcher/Bus Driver
MSDPT Transportation
Indianapolis, Indiana
11.2009 - 09.2015
- Responsible for transporting and keeping students safe
- Have experience loading and unloading wheelchair students on buses
- Schedule and assign daily bus routes and drivers
- Basic record-keeping techniques
- Checks driver’s licenses to ensure that drivers have a valid license prior to operating a school bus
Head Server
The Shire Pub
Indianapolis, Indiana
03.2008 - 04.2009
- Customer service
- Cash handling/making daily deposits
- Responsible for scheduling employee shifts
- Logging in daily receipts in computer
Assistant Manager
One Liners Comedy Club
Greenwood, Indiana
10.2003 - 08.2004
- Customer service
- Responsible for preparing payroll
- Prepared schedules
- Updated computer software
- Daily deposits and ledger balances
Day Care Provider
Home Day Care
Indianapolis, Indiana
08.2002 - 05.2003
- Care and daily activities including arts and crafts
- Maintained good communication with parents
- Made children’s safety and welfare my top priority
Education
National Certificate of Employment Services -
Indiana University
Indianapolis, Indiana01.2016
General Studies Diploma -
Center Grove High School
Greenwood, Indiana01.1995
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, COSkills
- Care Plan Management
- Patient transportation
- Behavioral Management
- Care plan assessment
- Client documentation
- Medication Administration
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Advantageous Care LLC
01.2021 - Current
Employment Consultant/Team Leader
Easter Seals Crossroads
05.2017 - Current
Employment Consultant / Trainer
Child Adult Resource Services
08.2015 - 05.2017
Dispatcher/Bus Driver
MSDPT Transportation
11.2009 - 09.2015
Head Server
The Shire Pub
03.2008 - 04.2009
Assistant Manager
One Liners Comedy Club
10.2003 - 08.2004
Day Care Provider
Home Day Care
08.2002 - 05.2003
National Certificate of Employment Services -
Indiana University
General Studies Diploma -
Center Grove High School
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Colorado Technical University
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