Jasmin Williams
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within a care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes, and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness, and household activities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Chimes INC
01.2010 - 11.2015
- Enhanced client independence by providing personalized support and implementing individualized care plans.
- Ensured a safe and comfortable living environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks and proactive maintenance reporting.
- Supported clients'' emotional well-being by building rapport, providing companionship, and actively listening to their concerns.
- Promoted healthy lifestyles for clients by assisting with meal planning, grocery shopping, and preparing nutritious meals.
- Managed medications for clients, ensuring proper dosages were taken on schedule and any side effects were promptly reported to healthcare professionals.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored support in areas such as mobility training, communication skills development, and community integration activities.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
Medical Technologist
Lighthouse Senior Living
06.2014 - 02.2015
- Improved medication administration accuracy by meticulously following physician orders and verifying patient information.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring for adverse drug reactions and promptly reporting concerns to nursing staff.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of medication protocols, resulting in efficient dispensing and accurate documentation.
- Streamlined medication storage and inventory processes, ensuring timely reordering and minimizing waste.
- Supported patients'' adherence to treatment plans by providing clear instructions, answering questions, and addressing concerns.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail when preparing medication dosages, leading to increased patient satisfaction scores.
- Assisted in training new Medication Technicians on best practices and company policies, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Expedited the medication pass process without compromising accuracy through effective time management techniques.
- Maintained thorough electronic records of all administered medications, adhering to HIPAA regulations and facility guidelines.
- Ensured proper disposal of expired or unused medications according to state regulations and facility procedures, maintaining a safe work environment.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
Caregiver
Lighthouse Senior Living
08.2010 - 02.2013
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patients' personal space.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client's progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Laundered items, changed sheets, and made beds to keep patients' bedrooms clean.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care in private residences and facilities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edmondson Westside Senior Highschool
Baltimore, MD06.2007
Skills
- Physical Assistance
- Problem Solving
- Confidentiality Maintenance
- Conflict Resolution
- Behavior Management
- Self-Advocacy Support
- Safety Protocols
- Medication Administration
- Activity Planning
- Patient Care
Timeline
Medical Technologist
Lighthouse Senior Living
06.2014 - 02.2015
Caregiver
Lighthouse Senior Living
08.2010 - 02.2013
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Chimes INC
01.2010 - 11.2015
High School Diploma -
Edmondson Westside Senior Highschool
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