Dorothy McCrary
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities. Level-headed professional with extensive experience helping patients and clients with self-care and day-to-day tasks. Kind and punctual individual assists with nursing treatments, supports diagnostic procedures and provides companionship. Passionate about improving well-being of others and providing compassionate treatment to patient community.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
One on One Aide
Ohio State School For The Blind
11.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student learning by providing personalized support and implementing individualized education plans.
- Assisted students with special needs in developing effective communication skills, fostering a sense of independence.
- Enabled greater participation in classroom activities for students with physical disabilities through modifications and accommodations.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to ensure that accommodations were effectively implemented in the classroom setting, promoting student success.
Home Health Aide
6 Roses Home Health
05.2020 - Current
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans, addressing specific needs and goals of each patient.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
Direct Care Aide
Miller Foster Home
11.2011 - 07.2023
- Improved patient care by attentively monitoring and addressing individual needs.
- Enhanced patient comfort through personalized assistance in daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Promoted a safe and hygienic environment by maintaining clean living spaces for patients.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and monitored for side effects or complications.
- Transported patients safely to appointments, recreational activities, or other destinations as needed.
- Implemented behavioral management techniques effectively, mitigating challenging situations while maintaining respect for patient dignity.
Educational Aide/Assistant
Eastland Performance Academy
09.2017 - 05.2021
- Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and guidance in various subjects.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop effective lesson plans, ensuring successful implementation of educational goals.
- Implemented classroom accommodations for students with special needs or disabilities, ensuring equal access to educational opportunities for all learners.
- Provided one-on-one attention to struggling learners during class time, reinforcing key concepts for better comprehension.
- Participated in regular parent-teacher conferences, discussing individual student progress and addressing any concerns or questions.
Home Health Aide
Gardenia Home Care
05.2015 - 07.2017
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
Home Health Aide
Independent Home Care
01.2012 - 04.2017
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Adult Education Center
100 E Arcadia Columbus Ohio 4320206.2003
Skills
- Caring Companionship
- Housekeeping
- Personal Care Homemaker (PCHM)
- Personal Care Homemaker
- Errands
- Relationship Building
- Personal Care Worker
- Direct Care Aide (DCA)
- Light Housekeeping
Timeline
One on One Aide
Ohio State School For The Blind
11.2023 - Current
Home Health Aide
6 Roses Home Health
05.2020 - Current
Educational Aide/Assistant
Eastland Performance Academy
09.2017 - 05.2021
Home Health Aide
Gardenia Home Care
05.2015 - 07.2017
Home Health Aide
Independent Home Care
01.2012 - 04.2017
Direct Care Aide
Miller Foster Home
11.2011 - 07.2023
High School Diploma -
North Adult Education Center
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