Janet Sutterfield
Danville,VA
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate healthcare professional with extensive experience at Patient Transport Services. Proven expertise in medication administration and client documentation, ensuring safety and compliance. Adept at fostering emotional well-being and independence in clients, while consistently enhancing patient care through effective communication and support. Committed to delivering exceptional service in fast-paced environments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-B
Patient Transport Services
Halifax, Virginia
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare teams during patient transport and treatment.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation during shifts.
- Conducted daily vehicle inspections prior to shift start to ensure operational readiness.
- Assisted in the transport of patients to medical facilities, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information according to HIPAA requirements.
- Inspected ambulances at the end of each shift for cleanliness, safety standards compliance, equipment functionality, and restocking needs.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
Personal Care Worker
Public Partnerships
Danville, USA
04.2015 - Current
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene.
- Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Direct Care Worker
Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services
Danville, USA
08.2018 - 10.2023
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Cultivated relationships with residents to support happiness and emotional well-being.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
- Improved resident and staff engagement through group activities.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
Salesperson
Good As New Appliances
Summerfield, USA
08.2010 - 12.2015
- Maintained current store, product and promotional knowledge to drive consistent sales.
- Counted cash, made change and stored coupons to keep organized and balanced cash register drawer.
Sales Associate
Treasure Island
Danville, USA
06.1996 - 02.2001
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Assessed customer needs to provide assistance and information on product features.
Tutor
The Learn And Serve Green Street Project Community
Danville, USA
01.1995 - 01.1996
- Provided private instruction to individual or small groups of students to improve academic performance and prepare for academic or occupational tests.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and motivate students.
- Designed comfortable tutoring environment conducive to learning.
Education
Licensed EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
Danville Community College
Danville, VA01.2023
Certificate - Nurse Aide Extended Care
Danville Community College
Danville, VA05.2019
Skills
- Medication administration
- Meal preparation
- Behavior redirection
- First aid and safety
- Client documentation
- Compassionate client care
Certification
EMT License, 2023
Timeline
EMT-B
Patient Transport Services
10.2023 - Current
Direct Care Worker
Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services
08.2018 - 10.2023
Personal Care Worker
Public Partnerships
04.2015 - Current
Salesperson
Good As New Appliances
08.2010 - 12.2015
Sales Associate
Treasure Island
06.1996 - 02.2001
Tutor
The Learn And Serve Green Street Project Community
01.1995 - 01.1996
Licensed EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
Danville Community College
Certificate - Nurse Aide Extended Care
Danville Community College