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, IL05-2003
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