Jessica Porterfield
Shelbyville,TN
Summary
Dedicated Personal Care Attendant with proven expertise in compassionate caregiving and client relationship management, honed at Family Staffing Solutions and Arose Care. Excelled in providing comprehensive care, enhancing client quality of life and ensuring safety. Skilled in clinical documentation and emotional support, achieving significant improvements in client wellbeing. Courteous professional with substantial experience in the home health industry. Skilled at monitoring client vitals, conducting light housekeeping and providing personal care. Communicative and responsive individual with over five years of experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Attendant
Suncrest
Manchester, TN
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated effectively with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients with complex medical conditions.
- Ensured safety and comfort of clients through diligent monitoring and timely assistance with daily activities.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
Caregiver
BrightStar Care
Franklin, TN
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Personal Care Aide
Arosa Care, Formerly Family Staffing Solutions
Murfreesboro, TN
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for increased comfort and quality of life.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients, reducing health risks and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Caregiver
Family Staffing Solutions
Murfreesboro, TN
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Medical Assisting/Phlebotomy Technician
NuCourse Institute
Winchester, TN11.2023
High School Diploma -
Holloway High School
Murfreesboro, TN05.2009
Skills
- Bathing Assistance
- Client Relationship Management
- Mobility support
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Safety awareness
- Dressing assistance
- Grooming assistance
- Transfer Techniques
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Emotional Support
Timeline
Caregiver
BrightStar Care
03.2023 - 11.2023
Personal Care Attendant
Suncrest
08.2022 - Current
Personal Care Aide
Arosa Care, Formerly Family Staffing Solutions
06.2021 - 08.2022
Caregiver
Family Staffing Solutions
10.2020 - 06.2021
Certificate of Completion - Medical Assisting/Phlebotomy Technician
NuCourse Institute
High School Diploma -
Holloway High School