Bryanna Williams
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
Committed Direct Care Worker brings success in healthcare roles. Skilled at assisting with daily living activities and meal preparation. Focused on maintaining client safety and comfort through continuous monitoring and care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Region Ten Community Service Board
Charlottesville, VA
03.2023 - Current
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
Medicine Technician
Region Ten Mohr Center
Charlottesville, VA
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Prepared patient-specific medications according to physician orders and protocols.
- Verified accuracy of prescription information prior to dispensing or administration of drugs.
- Maintained records of controlled substances per state regulations and DEA requirements.
Caregiver
Trove Home Care
Charlottesville, VA
12.2021 - 03.2024
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
Patient Sitter
Region Ten Wellness Center
Charlottesville, VA
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while providing care to patients.
- Provided constant monitoring of patients to ensure safety and comfort.
- Reported any observed symptoms to nursing staff immediately.
- Observed behaviors of patients for unusual reactions or changes in mood and attitude.
Personal Assistant
Commonwise Home Care
Charlottesville, VA
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Maintained confidential files related to personnel records or other sensitive information.
- Provided administrative support to the executive team by conducting research and preparing statistical reports.
- Organized travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, and transportation.
- Performed various clerical tasks and organized office areas to promote productivity.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
Observational Sitter
UVA Health
Charlottesville, VA
02.2022 - 11.2023
- Responded promptly to emergency situations following proper protocols set forth by facility policies.
- Maintained a safe environment by removing hazards from patient areas and reporting safety concerns to supervisor.
- Provided companionship, emotional support, and recreational activities to patients.
- Assisted with transportation to doctor's appointments and other activities outside the home environment.
- Assisted with basic needs such as eating, dressing, bathing, and toileting.
Personal Care Assistant
Westport Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Richmond, VA
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Assisted physical therapists with exercises designed to increase strength, coordination, balance and flexibility.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
- Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
Hospitality Aide
Monroe Health And Rehab
Charlottesville, VA
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing following established protocols.
- Prepared trays for meal delivery by selecting menu items according to dietary requirements.
- Reported any changes in a patient's condition immediately to the nurse on duty.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests for assistance.
- Replenished supplies such as linens, towels and toiletries in all patient units.
Behavioral Aide
UVA Health
Charlottesville, VA
12.2019 - 05.2020
- Monitored client progress and documented changes in behavior.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors.
- Maintained a safe environment for all participants in therapeutic activities.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when needed to deescalate situations involving aggressive behaviors.
- Collaborated with other professionals, such as teachers, psychiatrists, and psychologists, to develop treatment plans for clients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Charlottesville High School
Charlottesville, VA06-2020
Med Tech - N/A
Family First Of Virginia
Richmond, VASkills
- Care Delivery
- Indirect Patient Care
- Direct Patient Care
- ADL support
- Patient Management
- Appointment Scheduling
- Progress Documentation
- Transportation
- Behavioral Management
- Client documentation
- Infection control procedures
- Patient Care
Timeline
Medicine Technician
Region Ten Mohr Center
06.2023 - 06.2024
Patient Sitter
Region Ten Wellness Center
05.2023 - 02.2024
Direct Support Professional
Region Ten Community Service Board
03.2023 - Current
Personal Assistant
Commonwise Home Care
09.2022 - 12.2023
Observational Sitter
UVA Health
02.2022 - 11.2023
Caregiver
Trove Home Care
12.2021 - 03.2024
Personal Care Assistant
Westport Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
07.2021 - 04.2023
Hospitality Aide
Monroe Health And Rehab
08.2020 - 10.2022
Behavioral Aide
UVA Health
12.2019 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Charlottesville High School
Med Tech - N/A
Family First Of Virginia
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