Destiny Lewis
Chetek,WI
Summary
Experienced caregiver knowledgeable about safe patient ambulation, personal grooming assistance and housekeeping. Remains current on relevant medical conditions and working with qualified healthcare staff to maximize care. Devoted to patient physical comfort and emotional support. Compassionate caregiver possesses gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. Expertise in caregiving and medication passing. Collaborative team player with strong clinical and interpersonal skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Care Specialist
Vita Care Living
09.2023 - Current
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of sickness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
PCA Personal Care Assistant
Forever Home Health,LLC
06.2023 - Current
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Caregiver/Med Passer
Chrismark Home, LLC
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
After School Program Coordinator
Barron Area School District
03.2023 - 08.2023
- The after school program I worked at had a list of responsibilities ranging from planning activities, going on field trips etc
Caregiver/Personal Assistant
Woodstone Senior Living
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Help assist residents with daily cares and needs.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Cashier
Kohl's
07.2021 - 01.2022
- I am a cashier and help out in customer service.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Barron Area Schools
11.2020 - 05.2021
Server
North lakes drive in
06.2020 - 08.2020
Education
High school -
Barren County High School
05.2023
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Dependable and Responsible
- Compassionate Communication
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Patient Management
- PPE Usage
- Hoyer Lifting Equipment
- Daily Living Assistance
- Strong Ethics
- Personal Assistant Experience
- Senior Care
- Caregiving
- Cooking
- Home Care
- First Aid and Safety
- Problem-Solving
- Relationship Building
- Heavy Lifting
- Cleaning Experience
- Meal Preparation
- Customer Service
- Vital Signs
- Dementia Care
- Microsoft Word
- Sales
- Food Preparation
- English
- Assisted living
- Memory care
- Alzheimer's care
- Nursing home experience
- Direct support
- Active Listening Skills
- Mobility Assistance
- Behavioral Management
- Care Plan Adherence
- Chronic Disease Management
- HIPAA Compliance
- ADL Assistance
- Incident Reporting
- Patient Companionship
- Progress Documentation
- Basic Housekeeping
- Documentation
- Care Plan Assessment
Accomplishments
- CBRF certified for two years
- Medication certified for one year.
Certification
- First Aid Certification, 02/01/22, Present
- CPR CertificationCBRF, 02/01/22, Present
Timeline
Care Specialist
Vita Care Living
09.2023 - Current
PCA Personal Care Assistant
Forever Home Health,LLC
06.2023 - Current
After School Program Coordinator
Barron Area School District
03.2023 - 08.2023
Caregiver/Med Passer
Chrismark Home, LLC
08.2022 - 08.2023
Caregiver/Personal Assistant
Woodstone Senior Living
11.2021 - 12.2022
Cashier
Kohl's
07.2021 - 01.2022
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Barron Area Schools
11.2020 - 05.2021
Server
North lakes drive in
06.2020 - 08.2020
High school -
Barren County High School
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