Dakarea McClain
Lansing,MI
Summary
Dependable organized employee who establishes unity and trust with residents/families and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs while paying attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team leader who is dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities and being successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Wellness Coordinator
Independence Village of Grand Ledge
Grand Ledge, MI
07.2024 - Current
- Served as a liaison between employees and management, addressing concerns related to workplace wellness policies and practices.
- Facilitated open communication channels within the community regarding wellness goals and progress updates, maintaining transparency and accountability among all caregivers involved in the process.
- Built productive relationships with caregivers and on-site employees of the community.
Caregiver
Divine Life Assisted Living
2077 Haslett Rd
12.2022 - Current
- Provided timely assistance with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, maintaining dignity and respect throughout the process.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by preparing detailed handover notes outlining critical information about each patient's status.
- Assisted patients with mobility limitations through proper transfer techniques and adaptive devices to ensure safe movement within their community.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to attending physician.
Lead Caregiver
Independence Village Of Grand Ledge
Grand Ledge, MI
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, empathy, dependability, and unwavering compassion for all residents needs.
- Served as role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
Assistant Care Manager
Pleasant View Assisted Living
3016 Risdale Ave
09.2020 - 11.2022
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Assisted in development of staff training programs to improve overall quality of care provided.
- Served as liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering clear communication and collaboration.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided support to promote client safety and wellbeing.
- Ordered medicines monthly to ensure stock arrived in timely manner and contacted appropriate source with medication issues .
Education
NHA CERTIFICATION - Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy, EKG Tech
MedCerts
Online 09.2024
High School Diploma -
Holt High School
Holt, MI06.2016
High School Diploma -
Capital Area Career Center
Mason, MI06.2016
Skills
Time Management
- Dependable and Responsible
- Multitasking and Organization
- Strong Ethics and Leadership
- Alzheimer's Care
- Care plan assessment
- Fast Learner
- Critical Thinking
- Training and Mentoring Abilities
- Patient Advocacy
- Team Collaboration
- Compassionate Caregiving
Timeline
Wellness Coordinator
Independence Village of Grand Ledge
07.2024 - Current
Lead Caregiver
Independence Village Of Grand Ledge
04.2024 - 07.2024
Caregiver
Divine Life Assisted Living
12.2022 - Current
Assistant Care Manager
Pleasant View Assisted Living
09.2020 - 11.2022
NHA CERTIFICATION - Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy, EKG Tech
MedCerts
High School Diploma -
Holt High School
High School Diploma -
Capital Area Career Center