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Jo Anne Schmitt

Herrin,IL

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Helia Healthcare
Energy, IL
11.2021 - Current
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.

Dietary Assistant

Helia Healthcare
Energy, IL
02.2020 - 07.2021
  • Assisted in the preparation of food items according to standardized recipes and menus.
  • Ensured proper portioning, plating, garnishing, and presentation of meals.
  • Adhered to all established safety and sanitation standards when handling food items.
  • Monitored temperatures of prepared foods to ensure safe storage and consumption.
  • Operated kitchen equipment such as mixers, grinders, slicers, steamers, ovens, and blenders.
  • Performed daily cleaning duties including washing dishes, sweeping floors, sanitizing surfaces and emptying garbage cans.
  • Provided assistance with tray assembly for patients or other customers as necessary.
  • Assisted in setting up tables for special events or functions within the facility.

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

Centerstone Of Illinois
Herrin, IL
10.2019 - 12.2020
  • Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
  • Assisted with medication administration following guidelines set by the physician or nurse practitioner.
  • Organized recreational activities for clients such as music therapy, art therapy, pet therapy and outdoor activities.
  • Facilitated community outings to promote socialization and independence in daily living skills.
  • Supervised meal times ensuring that appropriate nutritional needs were met for each client.
  • Developed positive relationships with clients and their families through regular communication.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client behavior, progress notes and incident reports.
  • Ensured safety of all individuals in the facility at all times.
  • Supported clients during medical appointments to ensure understanding of instructions provided by healthcare professionals.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized plans of care for each client based on their abilities and interests.

DSP

Helia Healthcare
Energy, IL
04.2015 - 07.2017
  • Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
  • Assisted with medication administration following guidelines set by the physician or nurse practitioner.
  • Organized recreational activities for clients such as music therapy, art therapy, pet therapy and outdoor activities.
  • Supervised meal times ensuring that appropriate nutritional needs were met for each client.
  • Developed positive relationships with clients and their families through regular communication.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client behavior, progress notes and incident reports.
  • Ensured safety of all individuals in the facility at all times.

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

Village Inn of Cobden
Cobden, IL
09.2010 - 06.2012
  • Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
  • Assisted with medication administration following guidelines set by the physician or nurse practitioner.
  • Organized recreational activities for clients such as music therapy, art therapy, pet therapy and outdoor activities.
  • Facilitated community outings to promote socialization and independence in daily living skills.
  • Supervised meal times ensuring that appropriate nutritional needs were met for each client.
  • Developed positive relationships with clients and their families through regular communication.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client behavior, progress notes and incident reports.
  • Ensured safety of all individuals in the facility at all times.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized plans of care for each client based on their abilities and interests.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss current issues affecting the health or safety of clients or staff members.
  • Provided transportation services for clients to doctor's appointments, shopping trips or other outings as needed.

Education

High School Diploma -

Century High School
Ullin, IL
05-2003

Skills

  • Feeding Assistance
  • Basic Life Support
  • Toileting assistance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Dressing assistance
  • Patient Care

Timeline

CNA

Helia Healthcare
11.2021 - Current

Dietary Assistant

Helia Healthcare
02.2020 - 07.2021

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

Centerstone Of Illinois
10.2019 - 12.2020

DSP

Helia Healthcare
04.2015 - 07.2017

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

Village Inn of Cobden
09.2010 - 06.2012

High School Diploma -

Century High School

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