Jordeen Skinner
Chicago,IL
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Residential Care Worker at DHS, skilled in client advocacy and medication management. Successfully enhanced resident satisfaction through personalized care and effective communication. Proven ability to maintain compliance with regulatory standards while fostering a safe and supportive environment. Committed to continuous learning and professional development in mental health care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Companion
Advocate Christ Medical Center
10.2013 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with family members, fostering open communication and collaboration in the patient''s care process.
- Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
- Offered emotional support during challenging times, helping patients cope with illness or disability-related stressors more effectively.
- Facilitated social interactions for isolated patients, promoting mental well-being and reducing feelings of loneliness.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and ethical guidelines for professional caregiving practices.
- Established trust with patients and families through consistent communication and empathetic listening.
- Ensured patients'' safety by closely monitoring their health and promptly addressing any concerns or changes in condition.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Residential Care Worker
DHS
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Assisted residents with basic activities of daily living.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for new residents by assisting in orientation procedures and helping them acclimate to their new living situation.
- Contributed to staff development through participation in training sessions, workshops, and professional development opportunities.
- Maintained detailed records of resident progress, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by adhering to established policies and procedures within the residential care setting.
- Maintained cleanliness of the residential facility by performing routine housekeeping tasks as needed.
- Improved overall safety in the residential facility by conducting regular safety assessments and addressing potential hazards.
- Developed strong relationships with residents and their families by maintaining open lines of communication and providing emotional support.
- Enhanced resident satisfaction by providing personalized care and attention to individual needs.
- Supported residents in achieving personal goals through targeted interventions designed to foster growth and selfimprovement.
Mental Health Tech 2
DHS
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Ensured timely administration of medications as prescribed by psychiatrists, closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts between patients, family members, and community support services to ensure a smooth transition.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
Education
No Degree - CNA
Career Academy
Chicago, ILHigh School Diploma - General Studies
Englewood High School
Chicago, ILSkills
- Independent work
- Youth engagement
- Compassionate care
- Professional boundaries
- Self-awareness
- Client advocacy
- Self-care strategies
- Confidentiality practices
- Hygiene maintenance
- Cultural sensitivity
- Disability awareness
- Personal care assistance
- Nonviolent intervention
- Physical assistance
- Willingness to learn
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- CPR certification
- HIPAA compliance
- Calm under stress
- Activities of daily living ADL support
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Residential Care Worker
DHS
09.2024 - 09.2025
Mental Health Tech 2
DHS
09.2023 - 09.2024
Care Companion
Advocate Christ Medical Center
10.2013 - Current
No Degree - CNA
Career Academy
High School Diploma - General Studies
Englewood High School
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