Chelsea Hamilton-Smith
Compassionate and dependable healthcare professional with 4+ years of experience providing direct care to adults with diverse medical, developmental, behavioral, and mental health needs. Experienced in patient safety, behavioral observation, activities of daily living, medication administration, documentation, emotional support, and collaboration with healthcare professionals and families. Experienced supporting individuals with schizophrenia, traumatic brain injury, autism, Down syndrome, pica disorder, seizure disorders, dementia, and other complex care needs. Seeking a PRN Mental Health Technician position where I can provide safe, respectful, and patient-centered care while continuing to grow in the healthcare field. Planning to pursue nursing education with the goal of becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and ultimately a Registered Nurse (RN).
Professional caregiver with strong commitment to providing compassionate and attentive care. Skilled in developing personalized care plans, ensuring safety, and fostering supportive environment. Highly adaptable team player known for reliability and effective communication. Proven ability to handle diverse needs with empathy and efficiency.
Work History
Level 3 / Substitute Caregiver
3 Months- Provide individualized care and support to clients with complex medical, developmental, behavioral, and functional needs.
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility.
- Support patient safety and maintain a calm, respectful, and supportive environment.
- Administer medications according to established care plans and maintain accurate documentation.
- Observe and report changes in clients' physical condition, mood, behavior, and overall functioning.
- Provide emotional support and companionship while promoting dignity and independence.
- Communicate client needs and concerns with caregivers, healthcare professionals, and families.
- Follow individualized care plans, confidentiality requirements, and safety procedures.
- Key Skills: Patient Safety & Observation
- Behavioral Health Support
- Therapeutic Communication
- De-escalation
- ADL Assistance
- Medication Support
- Documentation
- Emotional Support
- Team Collaboration
Level 3 / Substitute Caregiver
1 Year 7 Months- Provide compassionate, individualized care to clients with varying medical, developmental, behavioral, and functional needs.
- Assist clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility.
- Administer medications according to established care plans and maintain accurate records of care provided.
- Monitor clients for changes in physical health, mood, behavior, and functioning and communicate concerns to the appropriate care or healthcare team.
- Provide emotional support, companionship, and reassurance while promoting dignity, independence, and quality of life.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals and families to support individualized care plans.
- Provide companionship and support to hospice clients and their families.
Level 2 / Substitute Caregiver
3 Months- Provided direct care and daily assistance to adult clients in a residential care setting.
- Assisted with personal care, mobility, meals, hygiene, grooming, and other activities of daily living.
- Administered medications and documented care according to established procedures.
- Observed and reported changes in client behavior, health, and emotional well-being.
- Supported clients with developmental, cognitive, and behavioral needs using patience, respect, and person-centered communication.
- Maintained a safe and supportive environment while following care plans and facility procedures.
- Communicated effectively with families and members of the healthcare team regarding client needs.
Level 3 / Substitute Caregiver
1 Year 4 Months- Provided personalized residential care to clients with complex physical, developmental, behavioral, and mental health needs.
- Assisted clients with ADLs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility.
- Administered medications and maintained accurate documentation of care activities.
- Monitored client health, behavior, mood, and functioning and communicated changes or concerns to the caregiving team.
- Provided emotional support and companionship while promoting dignity, independence, and a positive environment.
- Collaborated with families and healthcare professionals to implement individualized care plans.
- Supported clients with traumatic brain injury, autism, Down syndrome, schizophrenia, seizure disorders, visual impairment, and mobility limitations.
- Provided care and support to bedridden clients and individuals receiving hospice care.
Education
B.Sc. - Science and Education
- Double Major in Mathematics and Chemistry
- Program completed without degree awarded.