Daisha Martin
Palmetto,GA
Summary
Dedicated Personal Care Technician with extensive experience at DaVita, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate caregiving. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety during hemodialysis treatments. Strong documentation and communication skills ensure compliance with care protocols, fostering trust and satisfaction among patients and families.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Technician
DaVita
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Collect laboratory specimens (blood) according to facility protocols.
- Cannulate fistulas and grafts using proper technique; initiate, monitor, and terminate hemodialysis treatments.
- Set up, prime, and operate hemodialysis machines according to clinical and manufacturer guidelines.
- Monitor patients throughout treatment, documenting vital signs, treatment parameters, and patient responses.
Personal Care Assistant
Homewatchers Caregiver
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided compassionate personal care to clients, enhancing their daily living experiences and fostering independence.
- Assisted clients with mobility support, ensuring safe transfers and reducing fall risks in home environments.
- Performed general household tasks, including cleaning and laundry, to create a safe and welcoming living space.
- Supported clients emotionally through active listening and companionship, improving their overall mental health.
- Delivered meal preparation services tailored to individual dietary needs, promoting nutritional health and wellness.
- Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
- Maintain accurate documentation of care provided and daily activities.
Daycare Teacher
Kids R Kids Learning Academy
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Plan and implement age-appropriate lessons and activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
- Supervise and ensure the safety of children at all times, including during play, meals, naps, and outdoor activities.
- Maintain a clean, organized classroom and follow sanitation, health, and safety procedures.
- Support children with daily routines such as toileting, handwashing, mealtime, and transitions.
- Observe and document each child’s progress, behavior, and developmental milestones.
- Communicate regularly with parents about activities, growth, and any concerns.
- Collaborate with other teachers and staff to maintain a consistent, supportive learning environment.
- Follow center policies, licensing requirements, and emergency procedures.
Daycare Teacher
Another Bright Creation
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Plan and implement age-appropriate lessons and activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
- Supervise and ensure the safety of children at all times, including during play, meals, naps, and outdoor activities.
- Maintain a clean, organized classroom and follow sanitation, health, and safety procedures.
- Support children with daily routines such as toileting, handwashing, mealtime, and transitions.
- Observe and document each child’s progress, behavior, and developmental milestones.
- Communicate regularly with parents about activities, growth, and any concerns.
- Encourage positive behavior through guidance, redirection, and modeling social skills.
- Collaborate with other teachers and staff to maintain a consistent, supportive learning environment.
- Follow center policies, licensing requirements, and emergency procedures.
Personal Care Assistant
Ajoy Healthcare
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
- Help with mobility: transferring, repositioning, using walkers or wheelchairs, and supporting safe ambulation.
- Provide light housekeeping, including laundry, meal preparation, dishwashing, and maintaining a clean living environment.
- Monitor and report changes in client condition, mood, or behavior to supervisors or family members.
- Provide companionship, social interaction, and emotional support.
- Support clients with errands, grocery shopping, or transportation to appointments (as permitted by employer).
- Follow care plans, safety procedures, and infection-control guidelines.
- Maintain accurate documentation of care provided and daily activities.
Personal Care Assistant
Pashense Homecare
04.2022 - 06.2024
- Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
- Help with mobility: transferring, repositioning, using walkers or wheelchairs, and supporting safe ambulation.
- Provide light housekeeping, including laundry, meal preparation, dishwashing, and maintaining a clean living environment.
- Monitor and report changes in client condition, mood, or behavior to supervisors or family members.
- Provide companionship, social interaction, and emotional support.
- Support clients with errands, grocery shopping, or transportation to appointments (as permitted by employer).
- Follow care plans, safety procedures, and infection-control guidelines.
- Maintain accurate documentation of care provided and daily activities.
Cashier
Walmart
05.2019 - 05.2022
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at point of sale, ensuring accuracy and promptness in service.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Trained new cashiers on point of sale operations and customer service best practices.
- Managed cash handling procedures, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area to enhance customer experience.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline checkout procedures and reduce wait times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Creekside
Fairburn, GA05-2019
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Fulton Schools College And Career Academy
Union City Ga05-2019
Skills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Vital signs monitoring
- Behavioral management
- Mobility assistance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Toileting support
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Patient care
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Compassion and empathy
- HIPAA compliance
- End-of-life care
- Documentation
- ADL assistance
- Patient care and companionship
- Phlebotomy & specimen collection
- Basic wound care & dressing changes
Certification
- PCA - Personal Care Aide
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Severe Certified
Timeline
Personal Care Technician
DaVita
07.2025 - 10.2025
Personal Care Assistant
Homewatchers Caregiver
12.2024 - 06.2025
Daycare Teacher
Kids R Kids Learning Academy
06.2024 - 12.2024
Daycare Teacher
Another Bright Creation
02.2024 - 06.2024
Personal Care Assistant
Ajoy Healthcare
08.2023 - 06.2024
Personal Care Assistant
Pashense Homecare
04.2022 - 06.2024
Cashier
Walmart
05.2019 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Creekside
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Fulton Schools College And Career Academy