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Colleen Burnside

Wichita Falls,TX

Summary

Reliable personal care professional bringing 8 years of experience in Personal Care Assistant roles. Skilled in addressing physical and mental disabilities and monitoring needs for convalescent patients. Trusted to care for patients at varying stages of life.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Caregiver

Visiting Angels Home Care
Wichita Falls, TX
05.2017 - Current
  • Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Provided personal care and companionship to elderly clients in their homes.
  • Administered medications according to physician instructions and documented results.
  • Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient safety and comfort.
  • Assisted with the development of individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
  • Observed any behavioral changes in patients that could indicate a health issue or concern.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.

Medication Aide

Brookdale Assisted Living
Wichita Falls, TX
05.2015 - 04.2016
  • Administered oral medications to patients in accordance with doctor's orders.
  • Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
  • Maintained accurate medication records for each patient.
  • Provided assistance to nursing staff in administering injections, intravenous therapy and other treatments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TX
12-2022

Some College (No Degree) - Social Work

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN

Skills

  • Feeding Assistance
  • Behavior redirection
  • Medication Administration
  • Client documentation

Timeline

Senior Caregiver

Visiting Angels Home Care
05.2017 - Current

Medication Aide

Brookdale Assisted Living
05.2015 - 04.2016

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Midwestern State University

Some College (No Degree) - Social Work

Walden University

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