Dedicated Personal Care Assistant with expertise in grooming assistance, emotional support, and personal hygiene. Committed to implementing safety protocols while enhancing client well-being through compassionate care.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Care One
Greenville, NC
04.2021 - 10.2025
Trained new staff on best practices for personal care, promoting a culture of excellence in service delivery.
Implemented safety protocols to reduce risks and enhance well-being of clients during caregiving activities.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
Certified Personal Care Assistant
Southern Living Assisted Living Facility
Greenville, NC
12.2015 - 02.2021
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
Contributed to a positive atmosphere by engaging clients in conversation and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Certified Personal Care Assistant
Spring Harbor
Greenville, NC
03.2010 - 12.2015
Advocated for client rights and preferences, ensuring respectful and dignified care in all interactions.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Monitored client progress, documenting changes in health status and communicating with healthcare professionals as needed.
Certified Personal Care Assistant
Oak Haven
Greenville, NC
01.2005 - 03.2010
Monitored client progress, documenting changes in health status and communicating with healthcare professionals as needed.
Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, sharing updates with family members and healthcare providers as necessary.
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.
Certified Personal Care Assistant
Stafford Glen
Greenville, NC
09.2003 - 12.2005
Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing overall independence and quality of life.
Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals to address individual needs.
Provided companionship and emotional support, fostering positive relationships with clients and families.
Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
Monitored client progress, documenting changes in health status and communicating with healthcare professionals as needed.
Personal Health Care Assistant
Home Life Care
Williamston, NC
08.1998 - 08.2003
Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
Provided companionship and emotional support, fostering strong relationships with clients and families.
Monitored and documented vital signs, ensuring accurate health tracking for care plans.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to implement effective patient care strategies and interventions.
Provided emotional support for patients and families, helping them navigate difficult medical decisions and experiences.