Dawn Barker
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Home Instead
Tucson
10.2019 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Efficiently organized schedules for multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
Food Service Worker
Banner Healthcare Services
Tucson
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Handled cash transactions and point-of-sale operations to assist dining room staff during busy service periods.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
- Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
- Served and assisted diners by carrying plates of food, taking and delivering beverage orders and refilling glasses.
Dishwasher
Creative Food Group LLC
Tucson
06.2018 - 10.2018
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Stored dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment in proper locations.
- Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars, and supply cupboards.
Diet Aide
The Forum Of Tucson
Tucson
06.2016 - 05.2018
- Discarded outdated food products and maintained waste disposal procedures.
- Maintained positive relationships with healthcare staff, fostering a team-oriented approach towards patient care.
- Promoted a positive dining experience for patients, fostering an atmosphere of comfort and enjoyment during mealtimes.
- Played a key role in special event catering, coordinating menu planning and execution for seamless dining experiences.
- Contributed to a clean and safe working environment by maintaining sanitation standards in food preparation areas.
- Facilitated communication between kitchen staff and clinical teams regarding pertinent patient information such as allergies or new dietary restrictions.
Skills
- Dementia Care
- Heartsaver First Aid (First Aid)
- CPR/AED
- Relationship Building
- Medical record-keeping
- Multitasking and Organization
- Patient Management
- Emergency Response
- Caring Companionship
- Flexible Schedule
- Safety Compliance
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Housekeeping
- Dependable and Responsible
- CPR Certification
- Mobility Assistance
- Resident Care Associate
- Indirect Patient Care
- Case Review
- Care Planning
- Chauffeuring
- Incident Reporting
- State regulations knowledge
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Bedside Care
- Patient Assessments
- Clear Communication
- Client Transportation
- Ability to Lift
- Daily living assistance
- Patient Companionship
Timeline
Caregiver
Home Instead
10.2019 - 01.2024
Food Service Worker
Banner Healthcare Services
01.2019 - 04.2019
Dishwasher
Creative Food Group LLC
06.2018 - 10.2018
Diet Aide
The Forum Of Tucson
06.2016 - 05.2018