Deshiny Boyd
Care Advantage, Inc.
Petersburg,VA
9
years of professional experience
Housekeeping with experience cleaning patient-facing areas, disinfecting high-touch surfaces, and restocking linens, toiletries, and cleaning supplies. Assists residents with basic comfort needs while maintaining respect, privacy, and a calm approach. Monitors assigned areas for spills, hazards, and supply shortages to maintain safety and support infection control practices.
Work History
Housekeeping
1 Month- Clean patient-facing areas using consistent methods that support comfort and a sanitary environment.
- Disinfect high-touch surfaces and shared equipment to support infection prevention standards.
- Restock linens, toiletries, and cleaning supplies to keep rooms prepared throughout the shift.
- Assist residents with basic comfort needs while maintaining respect, privacy, and a calm approach.
- Monitor assigned areas for spills, hazards, and supply shortages, then respond promptly to maintain safety.
- Follow infection control practices while handling linens, waste, and shared surfaces.
- Prepare beds, bathrooms, and common spaces to maintain a tidy, welcoming care setting.
- Maintain professional boundaries while supporting residents with routine care requests.
- Document completed cleaning tasks and note follow-up needs for the next shift.
- Respond to immediate cleanup needs during busy periods to reduce disruption for residents and staff.
PCA
1 Year 3 Months- Provide 1 patient care tasks daily, supporting comfort, independence, and routine needs throughout each shift.
- Assist patients with daily living activities to promote independence, comfort, and consistent day-to-day support.
- Support hygiene needs by helping with bathing and grooming while following proper care practices.
- Prepare meals and provide feeding assistance while following dietary restrictions and patient-specific requirements.
- Monitor vital signs and report changes promptly to nurses or physicians for timely follow-up.
- Manage challenging dementia behaviors through de-escalation, while assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range-of-motion exercises.
Psych tech
1 Year 6 Months- Completed multiple wellness checks weekly to monitor patient status and note changes for clinical staff.
- Coordinated closely with charge nurses and floor nurses to streamline care delivery and improve unit workflow.
- Provided geriatric care and patient observation to support safer, more attentive support for older patients.
- Maintained clean, orderly units and professional conduct to reduce complaints and support a safer environment.
Security Officer
11 Months- Assisted residents with activities of daily living while maintaining dignity, privacy, and a calm environment.
- Provided hygiene assistance and kept shared spaces clean and organized throughout daily routines.
- Observed client behavior and reported changes to supervisors for timely support and follow-up.
- Assisted with meal service and helped residents complete meals safely and comfortably.
- Responded to routine safety concerns and maintained a secure environment for clients and staff.
- Documented client observations accurately and shared updates during shift handoffs.
- Monitored client areas closely and reported unusual activity according to facility guidelines.
- Communicated clearly with clients and team members to support smooth daily care routines.
Sales Associate
7 Months- Built rapport with patients and families through clear communication and practical problem-solving during daily interactions.
- Assisted with hygiene and mobility support to promote comfort, independence, and dependable day-to-day care.
- Maintained safety and infection control standards while supporting transfers, meal assistance, and routine care tasks.
drink maker
1 Year 5 Months- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, mobility, and transfer support while following care instructions.
- Monitored client behavior and reported changes promptly to support safe, consistent care.
- Maintained safety and infection-control practices while following privacy requirements during client support.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Activities of daily living assistance
Hygiene assistance
Mobility assistance
Meal assistance
Patient observation
Vital signs monitoring
Behavioral support
Effective communication
Safety and security
Infection control
Specimen collection
HIPAA compliance
Transfer assistance
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