Danyelle Harris
Sebastian,FL
Summary
Dedicated Home Health Aide skilled in supporting clients with professional communication and superior organization skills. Advanced knowledge of clerical functions, project support, schedule management and customer service. Quick learner accomplished in solving problems through critical thinking and handling conflicting priorities with concise time management.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
HHA
Vernedas in home care
Ft. Pierce, FL
11.2019 - Current
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship services to patients in their homes, including reading aloud, playing board games and engaging in conversation.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations as needed.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
- Organized client's personal items for easy access during daily activities.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and preferences of the client.
- Observed changes in client's physical or mental condition and reported any changes immediately to supervisor or case manager.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls from clients for assistance or advice regarding health or safety issues.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to clients who were ill or had disabilities.
- Checked vital signs on a regular basis such as blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Answered questions from family members about the care being provided to the client.
- Helped keep track of medical supplies used by the client throughout the day.
- Gave assistance with ambulation using proper body mechanics techniques when necessary.
- Encouraged patients to maintain independence while helping them complete tasks they are unable to do alone.
- Changed bed linens regularly ensuring a clean environment for the client at all times.
- Instructed family members on how best to provide care for their loved one when needed.
- Accompanied clients on errands outside the home such as shopping trips and doctor visits.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
Manager
McDonald's
Vero Beach, FL
10.2011 - 07.2019
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sebastian River High School
Sebastian, FL05-2008
Skills
- Cognitive stimulation
- Transportation provision
- Errands Running
- Toileting support
- Bathing Assistance
- Transfer Techniques
- Housekeeping tasks
- Dressing and grooming
- Vital signs monitoring
- Behavioral Management
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Meal Preparation
- Patient transportation
- Medication Administration
- Patient Transport
- Community activities
- Patient Care
- [State] Driver's License
- Toileting assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- ADL support
- First aid and safety
- Compassionate client care
- Bathing Support
- Data Entry
- Medical Terminology
- HIPAA Compliance
- Geriatric Care
- Written Communication
- Heartsaver CPR AED
- Decision-Making
- Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)
Timeline
HHA
Vernedas in home care
11.2019 - Current
Manager
McDonald's
10.2011 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Sebastian River High School