Devoted personal care professional skilled in fostering client health and convenience through assisting with daily activities and health needs. Driven to promote healthy habits to encourage client well-being by demonstrating healthy habits. Dedicated to applying emerging techniques to derive best possible outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCA
Mayo Clinic Health System
Mankato, MN
10.2022 - Current
Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse rate for clients under medical care.
Helped patients to perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals.
Collaborated with family members and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient's needs.
Educated families about proper nutrition for their loved ones in order to maintain good health.
Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
Responded promptly to emergency situations according to established protocols.
Assisted patients with recreational activities such as reading books or playing board games.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Savida
Mankato, MN
02.2020 - 08.2022
Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
Assisted with medication administration following guidelines set by the physician or nurse practitioner.
Maintained accurate documentation of client behavior, progress notes and incident reports.
Ensured safety of all individuals in the facility at all times.
Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized plans of care for each client based on their abilities and interests.
Encouraged a sense of self-determination among clients while providing guidance when necessary.
Provided transportation services for clients to doctor's appointments, shopping trips or other outings as needed.
Assisted with job search activities such as resume writing, interviewing techniques and job applications.
Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Harry Meyering Center
Mankato, MN
02.2018 - 07.2020
Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
Assisted with medication administration following guidelines set by the physician or nurse practitioner.
Organized recreational activities for clients such as music therapy, art therapy, pet therapy and outdoor activities.
Facilitated community outings to promote socialization and independence in daily living skills.
Supervised meal times ensuring that appropriate nutritional needs were met for each client.
Developed positive relationships with clients and their families through regular communication.
Maintained accurate documentation of client behavior, progress notes and incident reports.
Ensured safety of all individuals in the facility at all times.
Supported clients during medical appointments to ensure understanding of instructions provided by healthcare professionals.
Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized plans of care for each client based on their abilities and interests.
Worked closely with case managers to coordinate services and ensure quality outcomes for each client served.
Participated in team meetings to discuss current issues affecting the health or safety of clients or staff members.
Cashier
Walmart
Mankato, MN
02.2017 - 06.2018
Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
Resident Care Assistant
Autumn Grace Assisted Living & Memory Care
Mankato, MN
02.2016 - 01.2017
Provided assistance to residents with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
Assisted in the development of individualized care plans for each resident.
Reported changes in resident's condition to Nurse Supervisor.
Participated in team meetings to discuss new developments or changes in services provided to residents.
Observed and documented any abnormal behaviors or symptoms of illness.
Ensured that all medications were administered properly according to physician orders.
Transported residents safely to doctor appointments and other events outside of the facility.
Provided emotional support to residents during difficult times and assisted them with adjustment issues related to their stay at the facility.
Assisted in meal preparation when necessary for those who needed help eating meals.
Registered Nurse at Employee Occupational Health | Mayo Clinic Health System SWWIRegistered Nurse at Employee Occupational Health | Mayo Clinic Health System SWWI