Grace Kinuthia
Kent,WA
Summary
Well-rounded Personal Care Aide with almost 6 years assisting clients with various daily living needs at home. Talented at offering attentive care to patients by managing health needs, helping with personal grooming, carrying out light housekeeping and medication administration. Expert communicator when supporting patients' needs, documenting information and interacting with supervisors.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Integrated Living Services
06.2023 - Current
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Direct Support Professional
Community Living
12.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their comfort and dignity were maintained.
- Enhanced client independence by providing personalized support in daily living activities.
- Promoted community integration through participation in local events and activities with clients.
- Provided transportation services to clients, enabling access to necessary appointments and social engagements.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
Direct Support Professional
Community Integrated Services
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by monitoring sleeping schedules and behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
In Kenya, Africa
NA
01.2021 - 07.2022
- In Kenya to address my daughter's medical concerns.
Amazon Fulfillment Center - Warehouse Associate
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Responsible for selecting, packing, and shipping customer orders.
Universal Security - Security
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Inspected and cleared delivery trucks coming in and out of facilities.
Weathry Inn Assisted Living Facility - Behavior Tech
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Assisted elderly patients with activities of daily living.
Early Childhood Education Center - Teacher
01.2014 - 03.2018
- Facilitated learning for students with special needs
- Supported students with activities of daily living and recreation activities.
Education
Certificates - Medical Assistant Phlebotomy Program
Green River College
Auburn, WA03.2024
Certificate - Nursing Assistance Registration
Excel Healthcare
DesMoines, WA08.2018
H.S. Diploma -
Kigumo High School
11.2012
Skills
- Compassionate Direct Support
- Patient Management
- Behavioral Management
- Client Documentation
- Progress Documentation
- ADL Support
Certification
Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certificate, 03/01/23
Volunteer Experience
- Mary's Place Shelter, Seattle, WA
- Goodwill, Burien, WA
Languages
Kikuyu
Swahili
English
References
Catherine Cantrell (Phlebotomy)
Green River Community College
12401 WE 320th St.
Auburn, WA 98092
253-288-3494
Adam Brown (Nursing Program)
Green River Community College
253-333-6042
Suleiman (Supervisor)
Community Living Renton
425-282-8432
Judy Keya (Direct Support Coordinator)
Community Living Renton
206-698-8087
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Integrated Living Services
06.2023 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Community Living
12.2022 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Community Integrated Services
08.2022 - Current
In Kenya, Africa
NA
01.2021 - 07.2022
Amazon Fulfillment Center - Warehouse Associate
10.2019 - 12.2020
Universal Security - Security
10.2019 - 12.2020
Weathry Inn Assisted Living Facility - Behavior Tech
08.2018 - 09.2019
Early Childhood Education Center - Teacher
01.2014 - 03.2018
Certificates - Medical Assistant Phlebotomy Program
Green River College
Certificate - Nursing Assistance Registration
Excel Healthcare
H.S. Diploma -
Kigumo High School
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