Destiny Sainnatus
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for clients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to clients through physical and emotional support. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Strong verbal and written communication skills, organized nature and proactive approach to solving problems and managing conflict.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
In-Home Caregiver
IHSS Adult Services Program
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Assisted client with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Assisted client with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Encouraged client to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Monitored progress and documented client health status changes to keep care team updated.
Personal Care Assistant
Arcadia Home Care Services
07.2023 - Current
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged client in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Handled all shopping transportation to appointments and other necessities related to client care and quality care.
Daycare Worker
Village Church
09.2018 - 02.2020
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Encouraged good behaviors using positive reinforcement methods.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
Nursing Student Extern
Kettering Medical Center
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Built rapport with patient and members of patients' support systems.
- Observed patient behavior and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL05.2020
High School Diploma -
Pinecrest High School
Southern Pines, NC05.2016
Skills
- Behavior Redirection
- Medication Management
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Bed Transfers
- Glucose Testing
- Client Rapport-Building
- Case Management
- Stress Management
- Tact and Diplomacy
- Chronic Disease Management
- Computer Literacy
- Disability Care
- Active Listening
- Customer Relations
Certification
- Licensed Nurse - 1-197753
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Arcadia Home Care Services
07.2023 - Current
In-Home Caregiver
IHSS Adult Services Program
09.2020 - 03.2022
Nursing Student Extern
Kettering Medical Center
05.2019 - 08.2019
Daycare Worker
Village Church
09.2018 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oakwood University
High School Diploma -
Pinecrest High School