Johnna Rhodes
Grandview,MO
Summary
Insightful healthcare professional actively seeking a Direct Support Professional opportunity to leverage 10 + years of experience in related roles. Highly skilled in home healthcare with a strong foundation of implementing health and wellness habits to improve quality of life.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Caregiver
Dorothy Hibschle
Leawood, KS
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
Private Caregiver
Harriet North
Shawnee, KS
04.2021 - Current
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
Private Caregiver
Martin Perez
Shawnee, KS
04.2021 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Used company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and patient conditions.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Private Caregiver
Cathy Lykens
Shawnee, KS
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Private Caregiver
Patricia Keller
Leawood, KS
03.2020 - 02.2021
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
- Helped clients with hygiene-related tasks such as brushing teeth, bathing, grooming and toileting.
- Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Traveled to clients' homes to provide healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Private Caregiver
Mr. James Fullerton
Raytown, MO
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Monitored progress and documented any status changes accordingly.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs, including bathing and personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
Private Duty Caregiver
Mr. Sam - Teresa Mentesana
Leawood, KS
12.2018 - 02.2019
- Assisted residents with daily hygiene, including dental and mouth care, bath functions and hair care.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Changed bed linens and ensured resident comfort.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Monitored progress and documented any status changes accordingly.
- Kept close eye on client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
Private Duty Caregiver
Mrs.Helen Molinaro
Leawood, KS
09.2014 - 08.2018
- Monitored progress and documented any status changes accordingly.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained a clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and other errands.
- Maintained entire family’s schedule and organized events.
- Assisted residents with bowel and bladder functions.
- Assisted residents with daily hygiene, including dental and mouth care, bath functions and hair care.
Private Duty Caregiver
Ms. Joan West
Belton, MO
10.2011 - 05.2014
- Developed rapport with patients to create a safe and trusting environment for care.
- Ensured safety and well-being of each patient in alignment with care plan.
- Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
- Set-up and operated line for breakfast and lunch service.
Home Health Aide
Comforcare Senior Services
Overland Park, KS
04.2013 - 02.2014
- Ensured safety and well-being of each patient in alignment with care plan.
- Developed rapport with patients to create a safe and trusting environment for care.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
Private Caregiver 'Betty Billing
Self Employed
Belton, MO
11.2011 - 05.2013
- Monitored progress and documented any status changes accordingly.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
- Maintained a clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab.
- Chronic patient care in med-surg unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medication to wound care to monitoring for 10-20 patients per shift.
- Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis.
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carnegie Village Senior Living Community
Belton, MO
10.2009 - 12.2012
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care.
- Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patients’ clothing and bedside tables/equipment.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.
- Supported patients' daily living needs, including feeding and bathing.
- Answered patient calls for care and feeding.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
- Assisted patients with ambulation and crutch walking.
Education
GED -
Southeast High School
Kansas City, MOMEDS- Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)
Independence, MO08.2009
Skills
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Companionship and emotional support
- Transporting patients
- Care Planning
- Personal Service
- Ability to Lift Clients
- Supportive Personality
Certification
- Certified Nurses Aide
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- Home Health Aid Certified (HHA)
Timeline
Private Caregiver
Dorothy Hibschle
01.2022 - Current
Private Caregiver
Harriet North
04.2021 - Current
Private Caregiver
Martin Perez
04.2021 - Current
Private Caregiver
Cathy Lykens
03.2021 - 02.2022
Private Caregiver
Patricia Keller
03.2020 - 02.2021
Private Duty Caregiver
Mr. Sam - Teresa Mentesana
12.2018 - 02.2019
Private Caregiver
Mr. James Fullerton
09.2018 - 03.2019
Private Duty Caregiver
Mrs.Helen Molinaro
09.2014 - 08.2018
Home Health Aide
Comforcare Senior Services
04.2013 - 02.2014
Private Caregiver 'Betty Billing
Self Employed
11.2011 - 05.2013
Private Duty Caregiver
Ms. Joan West
10.2011 - 05.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carnegie Village Senior Living Community
10.2009 - 12.2012
GED -
Southeast High School
MEDS- Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)
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