James Dunn
Victorville,CA
Summary
Compassionate caregiver offers 12 years of experience assisting others. Committed to delivering top-notch care, administering medication and maintaining safe environments. Knowledgeable of care documentation practices. Punctual individual enthusiastically handling activities of daily living and meals in home and institutional environments. Conscientious and attentive professional available to work any shift and holidays. Skilled in ambulation assistance and patient transportation. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Care Provider
IHSS San Bernardino County
03.2022 - 02.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and preserving dignity.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules, and transporting to and from medical appointments.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control policies and performing routine housekeeping tasks as needed.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Coordinated meal planning efforts based on dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring proper nutrition intake for all assigned clients.
- Addressed emergency situations promptly and effectively while adhering to established protocols for crisis intervention and escalation when necessary.
- Performed wound care duties diligently, reducing risk of infection and accelerating the healing process.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
Residential Services Specialist
Progress Management
06.2000 - 02.2010
- 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.
- 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.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Collaborated with team members to create a welcoming community atmosphere within the residential complex, enhancing overall resident experience.
Education
GED -
Marion High School
Marion, ILSkills
- Housekeeping
- Meal Preparation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Emotional Support
- Patient Transport
- Personal Care Aide
- Special Needs Care
- Patient Care
- Behavior redirection
- Behavioral Management
- Care Plan Management
Timeline
Home Health Care Provider
IHSS San Bernardino County
03.2022 - 02.2024
Residential Services Specialist
Progress Management
06.2000 - 02.2010
GED -
Marion High School
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