Holli White
Cleveland,TN
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated PCA with extensive experience at Northwest Home Care, skilled in emotional support and infection control. Proven ability to enhance patient well-being through personalized care and effective communication. Recognized for fostering trust with clients and families, ensuring safety and comfort while promoting independence in daily living activities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead
Cleveland Tent and Equipment Company
Cleveland, TN
07.2021 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
PCA
Northwest Home Care
Missoula, MT
05.2016 - 11.2017
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored and documented clients' health status and changes in condition.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients, promoting emotional well-being.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
- Administered medications as prescribed, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary outings for patients who required assistance outside of the home setting.
- Performed wound care and dressing changes, facilitating timely healing and recovery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NVHigh School Diploma -
Arlee High School
Arlee05.2011
Skills
Personal hygiene assistance
Behavioral management
Emotional support
Dementia care
Compassionate care
HIPAA compliance
Meal preparation
Infection control
Nutrition monitoring
Seizure precautions
Daily living assistance
Safety awareness
Medication reminders
Care plan implementation
Feeding assistance
Adaptable
Infection control standards
Wound care
Professional bedside manner
Information protection
Team collaboration
Active listening
Safety protocols
Calm under stress
Time management
Empathy and compassionate care
Heavy lifting
Family communication
Documenting behaviors
Timeline
Lead
Cleveland Tent and Equipment Company
07.2021 - Current
PCA
Northwest Home Care
05.2016 - 11.2017
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Truckee Meadows Community College
High School Diploma -
Arlee High School