Hi, I’m
Heather Heggs
Hephzibah,GA
Summary
Dedicated Direct Care Worker passionate about helping clients lead fulfilling lives by managing health-related conditions. Knowledgeable about medication administration, appointments and social activities. Well-organized and compassionate with good relationship-building skills.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Sevita Georgia Mentor
Direct Support Professional
2023.12 - Current (9 months)
Job overview
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Relieve Me Homecare
Personal Care Assistant
2022.12 - Current (1 year & 9 months)
Job overview
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
Mt. Eagle Wings
House Manager
2021.02 - 2023.01 (1 year & 11 months)
Job overview
- Organized and maintained household inventory records, including supplies and equipment.
- Monitored service provider performance to ensure quality of services delivered.
- Scheduled and supervised vendors for maintenance, repair, and cleaning tasks.
- Created processes for maintaining security protocols within the house premises.
- Managed staff payrolls, benefits, and other administrative duties related to personnel needs.
RHA
Direct Support Professional
2020.10 - 2022.11 (2 years & 1 month)
Job overview
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Work with autistic individuals
Soto/Caregiver
Community Day Lead
2020.03 - 2022.10 (2 years & 7 months)
Job overview
- Assist individuals with daily ADL’s
- Take individual out on outings
- Work with individuals on goals
- Assist individuals with prepping meals
East Central Regional Hospital
Health Services Technician
2018.07 - 2020.04 (1 year & 9 months)
Job overview
- Performed patient care duties, including vital sign measurements, wound care, and medication administration.
- Organized medical records and created new charts for incoming patients.
- Assisted with the preparation of medical equipment and supplies for patient treatments.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area in accordance with safety protocols.
- Transported patients between departments within the healthcare facility as needed.
- Escorted family members of hospitalized patients to designated areas within the facility.
Education
Jefferson County High School , Louisville, GA
High School Diploma
05.2020
Skills
- Housekeeping
- Medication Management
- Care Plan Implementation
- Compassionate Patient Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Meal Planning
- Household Organization
- Light Housekeep
- Behavior redirection
- First aid and safety
- Client Transportation
- First-Aid and CPR
- Nutrition Planning
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
Certification
- CPR and First Aide
- NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Sevita Georgia Mentor
2023.12 - Current (9 months)
Personal Care Assistant
Relieve Me Homecare
2022.12 - Current (1 year & 9 months)
House Manager
Mt. Eagle Wings
2021.02 - 2023.01 (1 year & 11 months)
Direct Support Professional
RHA
2020.10 - 2022.11 (2 years & 1 month)
Community Day Lead
Soto/Caregiver
2020.03 - 2022.10 (2 years & 7 months)
Health Services Technician
East Central Regional Hospital
2018.07 - 2020.04 (1 year & 9 months)
Jefferson County High School
High School Diploma
- CPR and First Aide
- NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
- BLS - Basic Life Support
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