Attentive candidate, passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational, and conflict management skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Waterford Estates Retirement Community
05.2024 - Current
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Direct Support Professional
Larc
05.2022 - 05.2024
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
Professional Driver
SCR Medical Transportation
10.2019 - 04.2022
Safely secured clientele in wheelchairs and with walking devices on vehicle for successful, safe transportation.
Assisted handicapped customers to safely complete transfers between van and facility.
Effectively communicated with dispatch to schedule transport progression and receive new orders.
Achieved daily preparation for vehicle inspections prior to travel.
Direct Support Professional
Misericordia Heart of Mercy
05.2017 - 08.2019
Assisted clients with activities od daily living including bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Administer prescribed medications to individuals implementing the Seven Rights of medication administration.
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Engaged clients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services
01.2015 - 04.2017
Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Innovations High School
Chicago, IL
06.2013
Skills
Compassionate communication
Disability Awareness
Patient Care
Emotional Support
Medication Administration
HIPAA Compliance
Transporting patients
Care plan implementation
Safety Precautions
Languages
American Sign Language
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CNA
Waterford Estates Retirement Community
05.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Larc
05.2022 - 05.2024
Professional Driver
SCR Medical Transportation
10.2019 - 04.2022
Direct Support Professional
Misericordia Heart of Mercy
05.2017 - 08.2019
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services
01.2015 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
Innovations High School
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