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Debra Reynolds

Bangor,ME

Summary

I have been doing Healthcare in one way or another since I was 11. Caring for family members. I did end of life care for my Mother. I performed CPR on my Father for 45 minutes after he passed.

I care about people. I handle difficult situations professionally and empathetically. I'm good at what I do.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

In-Home Caregiver

Loving Touch Homecare
Bangor, Maine
06.2022 - Current
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family . Help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.

Cook/prep

Elmers Country Store
Columbia Falls, Maine
05.2017 - 04.2022
  • Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping and taking out trash.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
  • Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware and cooking utensils.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Cooked Number take-out orders per shift and securely packaged and labeled each order.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.

Prep / Dishwasher

Judys Restaraunt
Bangor, Maine
04.2014 - 05.2017
  • Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or Type items used often by kitchen staff.
  • Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
  • Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars and supply cupboards.
  • Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils and trays quickly and without breaking.

CRMA/PSS

Freeses Assisted Living
Bangor, Maine
05.2014 - 05.2017
  • 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.
  • Took patient vital signs, height and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • 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.
  • Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
  • Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
  • Kept digital records of patient details, medications, billing and other activities.
  • Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.

CRMA

Angel Haven Assisted Living
Bangor, Maine
01.2013 - 05.2014
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Took patient vital signs, height and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.

Laborer

Jason Curtis Firewood
Harrington, ME
10.2008 - 06.2014
  • Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.

Private Caregiver

Janice Moore
Great Pond, Maine
02.2003 - 09.2008
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
  • Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
  • Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.

Housecleaning

Self Employed
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

CNA

St Theresas Manor
Manchester, N.H.
03.1998 - 04.2000
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

CNA

MSI Staffing
Mnchester, NH
04.1999 - 08.2000
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.

Education

GED - General Studies

Narraguagus High School
Harrington, ME
1983

Skills

HonestDependable

  • Self-Motivated
  • Decision-Making

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

In-Home Caregiver

Loving Touch Homecare
06.2022 - Current

Cook/prep

Elmers Country Store
05.2017 - 04.2022

CRMA/PSS

Freeses Assisted Living
05.2014 - 05.2017

Prep / Dishwasher

Judys Restaraunt
04.2014 - 05.2017

CRMA

Angel Haven Assisted Living
01.2013 - 05.2014

Laborer

Jason Curtis Firewood
10.2008 - 06.2014

Private Caregiver

Janice Moore
02.2003 - 09.2008

CNA

MSI Staffing
04.1999 - 08.2000

CNA

St Theresas Manor
03.1998 - 04.2000

Housecleaning

Self Employed

GED - General Studies

Narraguagus High School

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