Karen Haggy
Missouri Department of Mental Health
Kirksville,MO
25
years of professional experience
Experienced Personal Care Attendant with expertise in daily living support, mobility assistance, and confidential care documentation. Committed to compassionate, person-centered care to foster respectful client relationships, and safe home care environments.
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
24 Years 6 Months- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, bed making, and other personal care tasks
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, preserving dignity and supporting personal independence
- Supported medication routines and documented care activities accurately for continuity of service
- Implemented individualized support plans, reinforcing safe, consistent, person-centered care practices
- Performed internal environment checks; assist with security-related tasks when needed
- Maintained accurate, timely records of client care and observations
Personal Care Attendant
24 Years 6 Months- Provided personal care support with bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting needs
- Assisted with safe transfers, ambulation, and mobility support using proper body mechanics
- Monitored client comfort and reported changes in condition to care team
- Documented care tasks accurately and communicated updates with families and supervisors
- Managed household tasks for clients, such as cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and errands, creating a comfortable living environment
- Utilized adaptive equipment like wheelchairs, shower chair and Hoyer lift for aiding clients movement
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels
- Assisted with mobility exercises to maintain strength in patients suffering from limited mobility
Store Team Member
16 Years 11 Months- Operated register, processed cash and card payments, and balanced transactions accurately
- Welcomed guests, answered questions, and delivered friendly service at checkout and throughout store
- Unloaded truck, stocked shelves, rotated products, and maintained organized merchandise displays
- Cleaned sales floor, restrooms, and common areas to support a safe and welcoming environment
- Assisted with fuel area upkeep, checked supplies, and maintained curbside cleanliness
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks and resolve customer concerns
- Interacted positively with team members and customers to promote commitment to organization's vision and values
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on company policies, procedures, and product knowledge
- Enhanced store efficiency through diligent inventory management and accurate stock replenishment
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Daily living support
Mobility assistance
Cleaning services and assistance
Meal prep and planning
Medication management
Personal hygiene assistance
Safe transportation
Dependable and responsible
Adaptability and flexibility
Respectful and compassionate
Timeline
Store Team Member
Casey's General Store
09.2002 - 08.2019Read More
Personal Care Assistant
Missouri Department of Mental Health
03.2002 - 09.2026Read More
Personal Care Attendant
Rural Advocates for Independent Living
03.2002 - 09.2026Read More
Kirksville High School
High School Diploma
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