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Chandra Holmes

Memphis,TN
Chandra Holmes

Summary

Developed strong communication and interpersonal skills in caregiving environment, focusing on supporting individuals with their daily needs. Skilled in assisting with personal care and managing daily routines, seeking to transition into new field where these skills are applicable. Committed to continuing professional growth and making positive impact in new role.

Reliable nursing student enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well.

Overview

25
years of professional experience

Work History

Arkridge Home Care LLC.

Direct Care Worker
06.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
  • Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
  • Facilitated recreational activities for patients that promoted socialization, physical activity, and cognitive stimulation.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress, ensuring accurate information was readily available for healthcare providers and family members.
  • Demonstrated empathy and understanding while addressing the diverse cultural, social, emotional, or intellectual needs of each patient.
  • Continuously updated personal knowledge within the direct care field through regular training sessions and workshops to ensure optimal care for each patient.
  • Utilized active listening skills in order to understand each patient''s unique needs, preferences, and goals for their care plan execution.
  • Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Administered medications accurately and promptly, adhering to medication schedules and physician instructions.
  • Fostered strong relationships with patients and their families, promoting open communication lines for better understanding of care plans.
  • Collaborated closely with other direct care workers in coordinating seamless shift transitions pertaining to ongoing care requirements.
  • Ensured clean and comfortable living environments through diligent housekeeping duties catered towards individual preferences whenever possible.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Utilized adaptive equipment to support patients in achieving their highest level of functioning and independence.
  • Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Provided transportation services for patients'' appointments with healthcare providers or community-based events as needed.
  • Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly to track patient health status, promptly reporting any changes or concerns to healthcare professionals.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.

Public Partnerships, PPL/ Re: Care of Daisy Brown

Direct Support Professional Caregiver
09.2019 - 08.2022

Job overview

  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
  • Improved client quality of life by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting assistance.
  • Provided reliable transportation for clients to attend medical appointments, social outings, or other community-based events as needed.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.

Mid-south Senior Care

Direct Support Professional Caregiver
03.2015 - 09.2019

Job overview

  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
  • Improved client quality of life by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting assistance.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Managed medications for clients, ensuring proper dosages were taken on schedule and any side effects were promptly reported to healthcare professionals.
  • Ensured a safe and comfortable living environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks and proactive maintenance reporting.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Promoted healthy lifestyles for clients by assisting with meal planning, grocery shopping, and preparing nutritious meals.
  • Established trust-based relationships with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, empathy, reliability, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

The Presentation Room

BOH/FOH Cook & Server
09.2014 - 11.2014

Job overview

  • Food Expeditor
  • Sanitizer
  • Grill/Saute’/Fry/Food Prep
  • Wine Pairing
  • Catering Assistant

Best Nurses

Home Health Aide
06.2012 - 04.2014

Job overview

  • Providing food service
  • Prepped patient meals
  • Overseer/Caretaker
  • Following strict recipes

Truelove’s Home Healthcare

Home Health Aide
06.2013

Job overview

  • Providing food service
  • Prepped patient meals
  • Following strict recipes
  • Overseer/Caretaker

Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan

Patient Care Associate
11.1999 - 05.2003

Job overview

  • Performed duties in care of patients, under directions of licensed medical staff
  • Answered signals, intercom and responded to patient alert
  • Bathed, dressed patients, Sterilized, dressing packs
  • Served, collected food trays
  • Transporting patients
  • Prevent bedsores through providing adequate repositioning
  • Recorded temp, BP, Pulse and Respiration

Education

Southwest Community College
1234 Finley Rd. Memphis, Tn 38116

Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
05-2025

University Overview

Chandra,

I am pleased to share that you have been recognized as an exemplary student exceeding the criteria for membership in The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS).

This prestigious honor is awarded to only a small percent of Southwest Tennessee Community College students, so congratulations on your nomination! Your achievement of a 3.3+ GPA provides you the distinguished honor to join the NSLS as a Presidential member.

  • Honoree of [Honor Name] CHANDRA HOLMES
  • Awarded [Award Name]CHANDRA HOLMES
  • Honor Roll [Semester and Year]2022-2024

L`Ecole Culinaire, Memphis Campus
Cordova, TN

Culinary Fundamentals Diploma
11.2014

University Overview

  • Completed40 weeks
  • National Restaurant Association ServSafe Certification

Health Tech Institute of Memphis
Memphis, TN

State Certificate from Patient Access Technician
01.2010

University Overview

Ross Technical Institute of Michigan
Oak Park, MI

01.1998

University Overview

Medical Assistant

Hazel Park Adult Education Center
Hazel Park, MI

01.1992

University Overview

Nursing Assistant

Skills

  • Disability awareness
  • Transportation assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Meal preparation
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Menu planning
  • Database coordination
  • Multitasking
  • Care plan management
  • Daily living support
  • Patient care
  • Basic life support
  • Strong empathy

    HIPAA compliance

    Office administration

    Insurance verification

    Appointment scheduling

    Workflow optimization

  • Critical thinking
  • Active listening
  • Customer service
  • Data entry
  • Problem resolution
  • Customer relations
  • Reliability and punctuality

Timeline

Direct Care Worker
Arkridge Home Care LLC.
06.2022 - Current
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Public Partnerships, PPL/ Re: Care of Daisy Brown
09.2019 - 08.2022
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Mid-south Senior Care
03.2015 - 09.2019
BOH/FOH Cook & Server
The Presentation Room
09.2014 - 11.2014
Home Health Aide
Best Nurses
06.2012 - 04.2014
Patient Care Associate
Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan
11.1999 - 05.2003
Home Health Aide
Truelove’s Home Healthcare
06.2013
Health Tech Institute of Memphis
State Certificate from Patient Access Technician
Ross Technical Institute of Michigan
Hazel Park Adult Education Center
Southwest Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
L`Ecole Culinaire, Memphis Campus
Culinary Fundamentals Diploma
Chandra Holmes