Jennifer Procyson
Summary
Dedicated Resident Assistant at Valley View Retirement Community, skilled in resident support and documentation. Successfully enhanced resident engagement through effective activity planning and active listening. CPR certified, I ensured a safe living environment while mentoring new staff, fostering teamwork, and maintaining high ethical standards in care delivery.
Passionate and responsible Resident Assistant with proficiency in empowering individual self-sufficiency. Attentive care professional focusing on individuals' unique needs and comforts. Empathetic cultivator of safe and nurturing environment for building meaningful relationships with residents and families.
Work History
Resident Assistant (R/A)
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting comfort, dignity, and independence.
- Monitored resident well-being and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Supported medication reminders and routine care tasks following facility procedures.
- Documented resident observations accurately in care records and shift notes.
- Responded to resident requests with timely, courteous service and follow-through.
- Communicated effectively with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Adapted quickly to changing resident needs while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
- Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Served as an approachable resource for residents seeking advice or assistance with personal or academic issues.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted residents with daily dental and mouth care, bath functions, and hair care.
- Changed bed linens, dumped trash, and smoothly handled maintenance issues to promote resident comfort.
- Mentored new Resident Assistants, providing guidance on effective strategies for managing various situations.
- Assisted in evacuation during emergency situations, ensuring safety and accountability of all residents.
- Ensured safe living environment, conducting regular safety checks and promptly addressing any violations.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Additional Information
Excellent references. I also have 3 years experience in Culinary Sevices at Tel Hai Retirement Community.