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Karlie Abel

Willmar,MN

Summary

Reliable Direct Care Worker offering exceptional care in home environments. Passionate about supporting patient progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors and teaching healthy habits. Dedicated to patient safety, wellness and happiness. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Divine House Inc.
Atwater, MN
05.2024 - Current
  • Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
  • Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
  • Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
  • Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
  • Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
  • Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
  • Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.

Personal Care Assistant

Sunflower Communities
Elmore , MN
04.2019 - 01.2024
  • Administered medication under supervision of a registered nurse or physician.
  • Accompanied clients to medical appointments and provided transportation services when necessary.
  • Assessed changes in condition or behavior of the client which may require further medical attention.
  • Maintained accurate records of client care activities on computerized systems for charting purposes.
  • Encouraged independence by helping clients develop self-care skills such as meal preparation or personal hygiene tasks.
  • Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
  • Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate for the patient's health status.

Trained Medication Aide

St. Luke's Lutheran Care
Blue Earth , MN
06.2015 - 12.2019
  • Prepared medications for administration by counting tablets, labeling containers, pouring liquids.
  • Participated in continuing education programs related to new developments in pharmaceuticals.
  • Identified potential problems associated with improper use of medications and reported them promptly.
  • Complied with all applicable laws governing the safe distribution of drugs.
  • Organized the storage area for medications and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Ridgewater College
Willmar, MN

Skills

  • First aid and safety
  • Infection control procedures
  • Charting and documentation
  • Compassionate Caregiving
  • Behavior redirection
  • Medication Administration
  • Safety Monitoring
  • First-aid and CPR
  • Adaptive equipment use
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Client documentation
  • ADL support
  • Behavioral Management
  • Progress Documentation
  • Transportation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Patient Ambulation
  • Blood Glucose Monitoring
  • Client Transportation
  • Personal care assistance
  • Direct Patient Care

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant license in 2015, expired in 2022.
  • Trained Medication Aide license in 2017.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Divine House Inc.
05.2024 - Current

Personal Care Assistant

Sunflower Communities
04.2019 - 01.2024

Trained Medication Aide

St. Luke's Lutheran Care
06.2015 - 12.2019

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Ridgewater College

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