Danaeze McKenzie
Cleveland,OH
Summary
I Adept at enhancing patient wellness and safety, demonstrated through compassionate caregiving and housekeeping skills to improve living conditions and efficiency. Achieved notable improvements in client self-esteem and independence by tailoring care plans and interventions. I'm organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Well-rounded Personal Care Aide with 3 years assisting clients with various daily living needs at home. Talented at offering attentive care to patients by managing health needs, helping with personal grooming, carrying out light housekeeping . Expert communicator when supporting patients' needs, documenting information and interacting with supervisors.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Benchmark Healthcare
04.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Laborer
Amazon
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
- Observed site safety rules to maximize protections for team members and equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
Direct Support Professional
Tahgis Imports
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Housekeeper
Cleveland Clinic
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Maintained a spotless environment for guests through diligent daily housekeeping tasks.
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by ensuring thorough cleaning and timely room turnovers.
- Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
Education
High School Diploma -
Shaw High School
Cleveland, OH05.2022
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client Support
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Housekeeping tasks
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Care
- CPR Certification
- Fast Learner
- Time Management
- Cooking meals
- Ability to Lift
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Benchmark Healthcare
04.2024 - Current
Laborer
Amazon
03.2023 - 04.2024
Direct Support Professional
Tahgis Imports
08.2022 - 02.2024
Housekeeper
Cleveland Clinic
01.2022 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Shaw High School