Dawn Welloch
Burlington
Summary
To work for a company that can challenge, uplift, and encourage me to learn and grow while allowing me to help shape and stabilize the company’s operations.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA - Self-employed
Care.com
01.2017 - Current
- Provided personalized care and support to clients, ensuring their comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted clients with mobility needs, including transferring, positioning, and ambulating safely.
- Monitored client progress and reported any changes in condition to family members and healthcare providers.
- Implemented hygiene protocols to maintain a clean and sanitary environment for clients.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and monitored for any side effects.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing first aid and notifying emergency services as needed.
- Maintained a safe environment by identifying and addressing potential hazards in the home.
CNA
Forest Ridge Senior Community
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted residents in mobility tasks, including safely transferring and repositioning in bed and wheelchairs.
- Monitored and documented residents' health status, reporting any changes to the nursing staff.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a clean and safe living environment for all residents.
- Administered prescribed medications, observing for side effects and ensuring adherence to schedules.
- Responded to emergency situations with prompt and effective first aid, coordinating with emergency services when necessary.
- Ensured safety by identifying potential hazards and implementing preventative measures in residents' living spaces.
- Assisted residents with grooming and dressing, promoting dignity and self-esteem.
- Supported residents during meal times, ensuring proper nutrition and hydration.
- Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of care provided and any changes in residents' conditions.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
CNA
Touching Hearts at Home
01.2017 - 01.2017
- Provided individualized care to residents, ensuring their comfort and support during daily routines.
- Engaged residents in meaningful activities, fostering social interaction and emotional well-being.
- Educated residents and families about health conditions, treatment plans, and care procedures.
- Facilitated communication between residents and family members, addressing concerns and providing updates.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
DME Specialist
Oxygen One, Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2016
- Performed warehouse duties in shipping and receiving to assist the warehouse manager with on-time deliveries of oxygen.
Purchasing Specialist and Equipment Coordinator
Lakeview Sp. Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Coordinated with doctors and nurses to assist the patient with comfort and healing by listening to the department needs and supplying the care team with all necessary products to achieve the best result for the patient.
Education
CNA -
Quality Healthcare Options, Inc.
MilwaukeeMATC
MilwaukeeHigh School - undefined
Waterford Union High School
Waterford, WI01.1990
Skills
- Vendor relations and communications, placing orders, following up on missing items or backorders Placing equipment maintenance calls
- Time management, useful in completing cares on patients and having POs completed for order placement w/in a workday
- Purchasing, doing inventory counts and completing orders
- Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Access, Power Point Most of these have been helpful in controlling inventory and creating product lists for ordering with min and max amounts
- Internet Explorer/Chrome used for researching products and businesses Placing on-line orders
- Typing speed-50-60 wpm with minimal errors
- Problem solving skills, a positive “can do” attitude and willingness to learn
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Cultural sensitivity
- Reliable team player
Timeline
CNA
Forest Ridge Senior Community
01.2018 - 01.2019
CNA - Self-employed
Care.com
01.2017 - Current
CNA
Touching Hearts at Home
01.2017 - 01.2017
DME Specialist
Oxygen One, Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2016
Purchasing Specialist and Equipment Coordinator
Lakeview Sp. Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2016
High School - undefined
Waterford Union High School
CNA -
Quality Healthcare Options, Inc.
MATC