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Cashier

Dawn Hudgens

Columbia,SC

Summary

Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering 15 years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Experienced working with children and elderly, with skill anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail. Experienced caregiver knowledgeable about safe patient ambulation, personal grooming assistance and housekeeping. Remains current on relevant medical conditions and working with qualified healthcare staff to maximize care. Devoted to patient physical comfort and emotional support. Responsible Caregiver with expertise in patient care and proficient in emergency response care. Skilled at monitoring ongoing conditions with knowledge of documentation practices. Compassionate nature provides families with peace of mind while offering ambulation and personal assistance to meet diverse patient needs. Friendly and reliable cashier offering unmatched customer service and workplace focus. Quick and accurate in cash and card transactions with excellent multi-tasking aptitude.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cashier

Walmart
Columbia, SC
02.2022 - 04.2022
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
  • Checked identification for proof-of-age for alcohol and tobacco sales.
  • Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.

Caregiver

Brookdale Assisted Living
Columbia, SC
06.2021 - 02.2022
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Maintained frequent supervision of residents unable to call for assistance.
  • Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.

Resident Care Aide

Primrose Retirement Community
Lancaster, OH
05.2020 - 05.2021
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.

Home Health Aide

Friendly Care
Lancaster, OH
10.2019 - 05.2020
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
  • Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.

Care Coordinator

Golden Pond Retirement Community
Golden, CO
03.2006 - 09.2019
  • Determined need for special assessment activities for complex cases, effectively handling care plans.
  • Updated policies and procedures, leading continuous improvement of resident assessments and care.
  • Supported patient care excellence via planning and interpretation of programs.
  • Completed resident assessments in accordance with current regulations and guidelines.
  • Enhanced application of nursing and medical practices in alignment with laws and regulations.
  • Assisted in resolving facility discrepancies by participating in resident surveys.
  • Ordered lab work and scheduled appointments with doctors, patients and families to discuss results.
  • Educated families and patients on current facility procedures, medical diagnoses and best courses of action.
  • Hired and trained [Number] new staff members on facility policies, patient care and medicine distribution.
  • Created staff and care schedules for meals, events, bathing, medication distribution and visiting hours.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
  • Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
  • Investigated, documented and submitted information to Quality Department about special incidents, events and complaints.
  • Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.

Education

High School Diploma -

Broomfield High School
Broomfield, CO
05.1985

Skills

  • Clear Communication
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Convalescence Support
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Incident Reporting
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Patient and Caregiver Education
  • ADLs Assistance
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Bagging Items
  • Punctual and Dependable

Certification

  • Adult CPR/AED Training - 08/19/2021- 08/19/2023

Timeline

Cashier

Walmart
02.2022 - 04.2022

Caregiver

Brookdale Assisted Living
06.2021 - 02.2022

Resident Care Aide

Primrose Retirement Community
05.2020 - 05.2021

Home Health Aide

Friendly Care
10.2019 - 05.2020

Care Coordinator

Golden Pond Retirement Community
03.2006 - 09.2019

High School Diploma -

Broomfield High School

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