Dasia Jenkins
Winter Haven,FL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Assisted Hands Home Care
2024.05 - Current
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst healthcare teams.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
Care Giver
Brookdale Assisted Living
2024.02 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services
2022.10 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
Guardian Ad Litem Volunteer
Guardian Ad Litem
2019.01 - Current
- Presented comprehensive reports to court on child welfare, resulting in informed decisions for placement or services.
- Monitored progress in therapy sessions and shared valuable insights with court to facilitate informed decision making.
- Assisted in developing individualized service plans to address specific needs of each child under care.
- Supported positive family reunification outcomes with diligent monitoring and follow-up visits.
- Built trusting relationships with children through active listening and empathy, enabling them to express their wishes openly.
- Provided emotional support to children during difficult transitions such as foster placements or parental visitations.
- Advocated for appropriate educational resources for children, ensuring access to quality education aligned with their needs.
- Facilitated communication between parents, legal professionals, and social workers for better case management and outcomes.
- Played a crucial role in identifying suitable long-term placement options for displaced children based on careful assessments of available resources and families'' preferences.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay updated on current laws, policies, and best practices related to child advocacy.
- Upheld ethical standards consistently throughout entire case handling process, putting best interest of children first.
- Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely provision of required services for children''s best interests.
- Served as empathetic and reliable point of contact for families during challenging times, fostering open communication channels.
- Recommended necessary interventions or support services after evaluating mental health status of affected children.
- Contributed significantly toward reducing court delays by providing accurate documentation and prompt updates on case statuses.
- Improved children''s understanding of their rights by conducting informative sessions tailored to their age and comprehension level.
- Developed strong relationships with community resources, expanding support systems available to children and their families.
- Maintained detailed records of case progressions while adhering to strict confidentiality guidelines.
- Ensured child safety and well-being by conducting thorough home visits and assessing living conditions.
- Created educational materials to convey important information to service recipients.
- Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions, and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
- Kept case files updated, accurate and aligned with requirements.
- Maintained internal database of service workers, participants, activities and other relevant details.
Mail Handler
United States Postal Service, USPS
2021.04 - 2022.09
- Utilized physical strength to move mail and packages of varying sizes and weights.
- Loaded letters onto processing equipment, removed non-processable letters and maintained continuous sorting feed.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to facilitate efficient mail handling processes.
Mail Handler Assistant
United States Postal Service, USPS
2020.11 - 2021.01
- Ensured timely dispatch of outgoing mail, preparing packages and envelopes with appropriate postage and labeling.
- Improved mail processing efficiency by sorting and organizing incoming mail according to specific routing codes.
- Reduced damage to parcels by carefully handling fragile items during sorting and transportation processes.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Health Administration
Barry University
Miami, FLSome College (No Degree) - Health Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZDiploma -
Independence High School
Columbus, OH06.2011
Skills
- Patient Care
- Meal Preparation
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Care Plan Management
- Client documentation
- Documentation
- Behavioral support
- Home Safety Assessments
- Care plan assessment
- Interpersonal Communication
- Patient Transport
- Medication organization
- Behavioral Management
- FL Driver's License
- Case Management
- Special Needs Care
- Bathing Support
- Emotional Support and Companionship
- Personal Care Aide
- Documentation And Reporting
- Daily Charting
- Home Health Aide (HHA)
- Dementia Care
- Home Health Aide
- CPR/AED
- Certified in CPR/AED
- HIPAA Compliance
- Appointment Scheduling
- Decision-Making
- Home Care Aide
- Disability Support
- Home Care Aide (HCA)
- Mental Health Support
- Patient Advocacy
- Records Management
- Healthcare Education
- Pediatric Care
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Assisted Hands Home Care
2024.05 - Current
Care Giver
Brookdale Assisted Living
2024.02 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services
2022.10 - Current
Mail Handler
United States Postal Service, USPS
2021.04 - 2022.09
Mail Handler Assistant
United States Postal Service, USPS
2020.11 - 2021.01
Guardian Ad Litem Volunteer
Guardian Ad Litem
2019.01 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Health Administration
Barry University
Some College (No Degree) - Health Administration
University of Phoenix
Diploma -
Independence High School
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