Jenni Lewis
Smith River,CA
Summary
Dedicated Direct Care Worker passionate about helping clients lead fulfilling lives by managing health-related conditions. Knowledgeable about medication administration, appointments and social activities. Well-organized and compassionate with good relationship-building skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
DSP Connections
Brookings , OR
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Prepared meals in accordance with dietary requirements of the client.
- Assisted with mobility issues such as transferring from bed to wheelchair or walker.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry, changing linens, vacuuming and dusting.
- Kept accurate records of client's progress, treatments, medications administered.
- Maintained a clean environment for both the client and visitors in compliance with health regulations.
- Collaborated with other members of healthcare team to ensure quality care is provided to the client.
- Encouraged independence among clients through positive reinforcement techniques when appropriate.
Direct Support Professional
Mentor Oregon
Brookings , OR
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Monitored client's well-being, safety and comfort under physician direction.
Waitress
Elk Valley Casino
Crescent City, CA
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Greeted customers and provided menus.
- Assisted in seating guests at tables or booths.
- Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.
- Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
- Communicated daily specials to customers.
Caregiver
Sea View Assisted Living
Brookings , OR
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
Front Desk Clerk
Lucky 7 Casino
Smith River, CA
04.2016 - 02.2017
- Greeted customers upon arrival and provided assistance with check-in or check-out procedures.
- Answered incoming calls and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
- Assisted in resolving customer complaints and inquiries in a timely manner.
- Processed credit card, cash, and other forms of payment for guest accounts.
- Performed end-of-day closing duties such as balancing cash drawer, counting inventory items.
Education
High School Diploma -
Del Norte High School
Crescent City, CA06-2013
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
College of The Redwoods
Crescent City, CASkills
- ADL Support
- Direct Patient Care
- Care Delivery
- Progress Documentation
- Behavioral Management
- Transportation
- Client Documentation
- Patient Management
- Community Activities
- Client Transportation
- Crisis Management
- Nutrition
- Safety Monitoring
- Medical Records Management
- Client Safety and First Aid
- Care Plan Assessment
- Adaptive Equipment Use
- Medication Administration
- Behavior Redirection
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Goal Setting
- Greeting Guests
- Multi-Line Phone Systems
- Supply Stocking
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
DSP Connections
01.2021 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Mentor Oregon
01.2018 - 01.2021
Waitress
Elk Valley Casino
01.2017 - 01.2018
Caregiver
Sea View Assisted Living
01.2017 - 01.2018
Front Desk Clerk
Lucky 7 Casino
04.2016 - 02.2017
High School Diploma -
Del Norte High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
College of The Redwoods