Desiree Harper
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Compassionate professional focused on helping clients maintain personal hygiene and assisting with activities of daily living. Skilled in preparing meals, maintaining organized living spaces and documenting behaviors. Committed to emotional and social support to promote overall wellness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Care Specialist
Chartiers Center
Bridgeville , PA
04.2022 - Current
- Reported any unusual incidents or changes in behavior observed while caring for a resident.
- Assisted in administering medications according to physician orders and facility policies.
- Maintained accurate records of resident care services and medication administration.
- Ensured that all safety protocols are followed while providing care to the residents.
- Educated families on proper home care techniques when necessary.
- Performed light housekeeping duties and laundry services for residents.
- Encouraged social interaction among residents through organized recreational activities.
- Ran errands for clients and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
Excellent Care Professionals
Nursing Assistant
Pittsburgh, PA
12.2019 - 10.2023
- Assisted patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.
- Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
- Documented nursing assessments, treatments and follow-up care to maintain patient safety and optimize workflow.
- Protected patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Education
Certification - CPR Instructor
EMS Saftey
Moon Township06-2020
Associate - Medical Coding
Pittsburgh Technical College
Oakdale, PA06-2011
Certificate - Nursing Assistant
Collins Nursing
Baum Boulevard 03-1999
High School Diploma -
South Vo Tech High School
Pittsburgh, PA06-1993
Skills
- Medical Documentation
- Personal care assistance
- Care Plan Development
- Vital signs monitoring
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Activity Planning
- Client Confidentiality
- Dementia Care
Timeline
Resident Care Specialist
Chartiers Center
04.2022 - Current
Excellent Care Professionals
Nursing Assistant
12.2019 - 10.2023
Certification - CPR Instructor
EMS Saftey
Associate - Medical Coding
Pittsburgh Technical College
Certificate - Nursing Assistant
Collins Nursing
High School Diploma -
South Vo Tech High School