Chanesta Carter
Douglasville,Georgia
Summary
Compassionate PCA with extensive experience at Arose Home Healthcare, skilled in vital signs monitoring and dementia care. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and independence through attentive support and effective communication. Committed to maintaining a safe environment and improving quality of life for clients while training new staff on best practices.
Professional personal care assistant with strong track record in client care and support. Known for delivering high-quality care and adapting to individual client needs. Focused on collaborative teamwork and achieving positive outcomes, consistently dependable, and flexible in dynamic environments. Proficient in personal hygiene assistance and mobility support, with caring and empathetic approach.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCA
Senior 911
Atlanta, CA
10.2022 - Current
- Provided personal care assistance to clients, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
- Assisted clients with mobility and transportation, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of living spaces, contributing to a healthy environment for clients.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to enhance caregiving skills and stay current with industry standards.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
PCA
Arose Home Healthcare
Powder Springs, GA
02.2019 - Current
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and adherence to safety protocols.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Private PCA
Self Employed
Atlanta, GA
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them to rest and recharge while ensuring the continued well-being of their loved one.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Senior Business Development Representative
Pars Cars
Morrow, GA
02.2008 - 06.2010
- Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
- Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
- Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
- Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
- Managed needs of more than [Number] customers at once using strong prioritization and multitasking abilities.
- Engaged with customers to build business relationships.
Receptionist/ Human Resource Assistant
Donnelly Communications
Atlanta, GA
01.2001 - 04.2004
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring efficient visitor check-in and appointment scheduling.
- Coordinated communication between departments, facilitating timely information exchange for improved service delivery.
- Oversaw office supplies inventory, optimizing procurement processes to reduce costs while maintaining stock levels.
- Assisted in event coordination, contributing to seamless execution of corporate functions and meetings.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oak Ridge High
Oak Ridge, TNClerk Typist/graphic Design -
Job Corps
Atlanta, CASkills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Dementia care
- Vital signs monitoring
Patient Care & Safety
Hospice & Palliative Care
- Compassionate care
- Meal preparation
- Nutrition monitoring
- Daily living assistance
- Medication reminders
Accomplishments
Clients and peers voted me employee of the month 3 times; in which I received a plaque of excellence at Arose Home Care.
Nominated by Peers and management as a PCA of excellence of service for Senior 911.
Pars Cars voted employee of the month for excellent customer service and care.
Certification
PCA Certificate
CPR Certificate
Timeline
PCA
Senior 911
10.2022 - Current
PCA
Arose Home Healthcare
02.2019 - Current
Private PCA
Self Employed
05.2017 - 05.2018
Senior Business Development Representative
Pars Cars
02.2008 - 06.2010
Receptionist/ Human Resource Assistant
Donnelly Communications
01.2001 - 04.2004
High School Diploma -
Oak Ridge High
Clerk Typist/graphic Design -
Job Corps