Christine Ullery
PAW PAW,WV
Summary
Reliable Direct Care Worker offering exceptional care in home environments. Passionate about supporting patient progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors and teaching healthy habits. Dedicated to patient safety, wellness and happiness.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
DSP/ Direct Support Professional
Potomac Center
Romney, WV
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
- Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
Lab Tech /Product Tester
Rubbermaid
Winchester, VA
06.2014 - 12.2014
- Contributed ideas for improving current methods used by the team for performing tests.
- Provided feedback on product design based on insights from testing activities.
- Created detailed reports of findings, outlining strengths and weaknesses of products tested.
- Maintained records of all tests conducted along with associated results.
- Analyzed test results in order to assess product quality and reliability.
- Developed test plans and strategies to evaluate product performance.
Painter's Helper
Creative Touch Painting
Luray, VA
04.2006 - 08.2007
- Provided support to lead painters throughout the duration of each job.
- Assisted with painting interior and exterior structures including baseboards, door frames and window frames.
- Removed wallpaper prior to painting walls if necessary.
- Applied primers, sealants and finishes to walls according to specifications.
- Scraped old paint from surfaces in preparation for new coats of paint.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks to be completed.
- Stretched drop cloths around furniture before beginning painting tasks.
- Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting them.
- Readied drywall by applying skim coat, sanding and adding desired texture.
Nurses Aide/Charge Nurse
Bon Air Home for the Elderly
Middletown, VA
11.1989 - 08.1994
- Ensured all equipment was properly sanitized between uses.
- Assisted nurses with medical procedures, such as taking vital signs and administering medication.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations using appropriate interventions.
- Helped transfer patients from bed to wheelchair and vice versa using appropriate safety techniques.
- Provided basic patient care, including bathing and feeding.
- Greeted visitors in a friendly manner; provided directions when needed.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as cleaning bathrooms, dusting furniture, changing curtains and linens.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Education
GED -
Warren County High School
Front Royal, VA12-1990
Skills
- Behavioral Management
- First-aid and CPR
- Charting and documentation
- Transportation
- Social Skills Development
- Knowledge of state regulations
- Quality program protocols
- Infection control procedures
Timeline
DSP/ Direct Support Professional
Potomac Center
06.2023 - 01.2024
Lab Tech /Product Tester
Rubbermaid
06.2014 - 12.2014
Painter's Helper
Creative Touch Painting
04.2006 - 08.2007
Nurses Aide/Charge Nurse
Bon Air Home for the Elderly
11.1989 - 08.1994
GED -
Warren County High School
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