Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Care Provider
Help At Home
Chicago, Illinois
03.2016 - 06.2020
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Homemaker Aide
Lutheran Social Services
Chicago, Illinois
06.2015 - 03.2016
Completed dusting, washing dishes, laundry and vacuuming for patients.
Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
Scheduled and accompanied client to medical appointments.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Placed and removed protective devices such as bedside rails and hand restraints to prevent patient injury during treatment.
Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
Teacher's Assistant
Easterseals Metropolitan Chicago (Windy City Kids)
Chicago, IL
08.2002 - 04.2013
Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals and objectives.
Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
Attended training classes, parent conferences, and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
CNA/Homemaker
Lutheran Social Services
CHICAGO, IL
08.1993 - 11.1998
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Child Development
Kennedy King College
Chicago IL
04.2011
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Kennedy King College
Chicago, IL
03.2000
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Bryman National Education Center
Chicago, IL
09.1988
High School Diploma - General Education
Paul Robeson High School
09.1984
Skills
Dietary Guidelines
Linens Management
Patient and Compassionate
Care Plan Adherence
Companionship and Emotional Support
Observation Communication
Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
Bed Making and Changing
Household Chores
Patient Care Recordkeeping
Client Relationship and Rapport
Personal Care Assistance
Laundry Washing, Drying and Ironing
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Meal Planning and Preparation
Infection Control Procedures
Garbage Disposal
Reading Comprehension
Observational Skills
Bathing Support
Home Cleaning and Sanitizing
Mobility Support
Timeline
Home Health Care Provider
Help At Home
03.2016 - 06.2020
Homemaker Aide
Lutheran Social Services
06.2015 - 03.2016
Teacher's Assistant
Easterseals Metropolitan Chicago (Windy City Kids)