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Debra Anderson

Debra Anderson

CNA
Anoka,MN

Summary

Proven Personal Care Assistant with a track record of enhancing client well-being at Synergy through compassionate caregiving and efficient medication administration. Excelled in building strong relationships and providing emotional support, significantly improving clients' quality of life. Skilled in patient management and medical chart documentation, consistently meeting employer's needs with a results-driven approach.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Care Assistant

Synergy
01.2021 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
  • Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
  • Contributed to a positive home atmosphere by engaging clients in conversation and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
  • Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.

CNA

Self Employed Services
04.2013 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
  • Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

Education

Associate of Arts - Generals

University of Northwestern - St. Paul, Saint Paul, MN
05.1974

Skills

  • Grooming assistance
  • Emotional Support
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Compassionate Caregiving
  • Dressing assistance
  • Behavior redirection
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Meal Preparation
  • Medication Administration
  • Client Transportation
  • Patient Management
  • Transportation Assistance
  • Nutrition monitoring
  • Physical therapy support
  • Elderly Care
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Daily living assistance
  • Decision-Making
  • Medical chart documentation

Timeline

Personal Care Assistant - Synergy
01.2021 - Current
CNA - Self Employed Services
04.2013 - Current
University of Northwestern - St. Paul - Associate of Arts, Generals
Debra AndersonCNA