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Cheryl Darby

Brunswick,Georgia

Summary

Personal Care Aide experienced in assisting clients with mental impairments or physical limitations to manage everyday tasks. Skilled in geriatric care and providing companionship and direct assistance to cognitively impaired clients. Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering 30 years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Experienced working with children and elderly, with skill anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail. Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities. Well-qualified Personal Care worker skilled in delivering top-quality home care support. Effective at ambulating patients, meeting personal grooming needs and administering medications. Detail-oriented in maintaining clean and organized personal areas to support daily living safety. Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support. Caring Resident Care Giver dedicated to offering comprehensive personal support. Talented in cooking meals, organizing schedules and updating documentation. Strong knowledge of emotional, physical and social support strategies.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Resident Care Worker

Addington Place Of Brunswick
Brunswick, Georgia
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
  • Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.

Security Professional

Allied Universal Security Services
Daytona Beach, FL
10.2014 - 09.2022
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Supervised grounds, employee entrances, and exits and security officers on duty.
  • Assessed ongoing risk factors and suggested improvements to senior management.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
  • Monitored property and investigated areas of suspicion.
  • Drafted reports of property damage, theft, accidents, and unusual occurrences to document daily activities and irregularities.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Screened incoming employees, personal belongings, and shipments for security concerns.
  • Provided safety reports and data analysis to building managers to inform security processes.
  • Guided periodic property safety inspections and oversaw remedial action for potential hazards.
  • Completed vulnerability scans to identify at-risk systems and remediate issues.
  • Managed information system regulatory compliance to meet updated guidelines.
  • Performed guard duties by making judgment decisions within proper policy and procedures.
  • Managed and supported organization-wide privacy and security management measures.
  • Partnered with IT department members to minimize exploits on system coverage.
  • Outlined and maintained security patching schedule to efficiently address ongoing system issues.
  • Oversaw credentialing activities for all employees, contractors and consultants.

CNA

Kingstree Nursing Facility
Kingstree, SC
03.2000 - 06.2005
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

Education

Master of Science - Public Administration And Services

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
06.2024

Bachelor of Science - Concentration On Geriatric Community

Post University
Waterbury, CT
12.2021

Skills

  • Range of Motion Exercises
  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Personal Care Assistance
  • Resident Engagement
  • Resident Support
  • Patient Care
  • Medical Records Management
  • Memory Care
  • Resident Supervision
  • Nursing Assistance
  • Evidentiary Reporting
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Infection Control
  • Intercultural Competence
  • Healthcare Reporting
  • Scheduling Medical Appointments
  • Company Guidelines
  • Interdisciplinary Care
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Quality Patient Care
  • Resident Care Standards
  • Personal Grooming Care
  • Resident Care Training
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Behavior Documentation
  • Status Updates
  • Emergency Response
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • High Blood Pressure Management
  • Needs Determination
  • Calm Under Stress
  • Client Direct Care
  • Monitoring Fluids
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Blood Sugar Monitoring
  • Observing Responses
  • Performance Improvement
  • Biological Specimen Handling
  • Health Insurance Verification
  • Sanitizing Surfaces
  • Safety Behaviors
  • Patient Safety Management
  • Consistent Follow Through
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
  • Oxygen Initiation
  • Preventative Care Education
  • Dietary Needs
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Nutrition and Diet
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care
  • Monitor Vitals
  • Patient Progress Documentation
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Direct Supervision
  • Observation Documentation
  • Injury Prevention and Treatment
  • Patient Status Monitoring
  • Mobility Support
  • Symptom Documentation
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Money Orders
  • Family Communication
  • Transfers
  • EMR Updating
  • Room Cleaning and Restocking
  • Federal Laws
  • Feeding Tube Management
  • Housekeeping Duties
  • Case Notes
  • Managing Transportation
  • Garbage Disposal
  • Meal Assistance
  • Lighting Support
  • Medication Administration
  • Positioning Management
  • Laundry Processing

Timeline

Resident Care Worker

Addington Place Of Brunswick
11.2022 - 05.2023

Security Professional

Allied Universal Security Services
10.2014 - 09.2022

CNA

Kingstree Nursing Facility
03.2000 - 06.2005

Master of Science - Public Administration And Services

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - Concentration On Geriatric Community

Post University

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