Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Katrina Germain

Direct Support Professional
10125 Fallon Farm Rd, Apt 102 Charlotte,NC

Summary

Highly motivated Direct support Professional supports individuals with developmental disabilities to have a quality of life. To promote the health, safety and well-being of individuals, serves as an advocate for individuals in communicating their needs and goals.

Overview

19
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Lynn Lee

Caregiver
11.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.

Sunrise Community

Direct Support Professional
01.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.

Roslyn Gray

Caregiver
01.2014 - 02.2018

Job overview

  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.

Morrison Healthcare Food Services

Dietary Supervisor
10.2011 - 05.2013

Job overview

  • Monitored production to check safety, standardized production and appropriate portioning.
  • Visited with residents to inquire about satisfaction, quality and personal preferences.
  • Consulted with dietitians to plan menus appropriate for patient needs.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained dietary personnel to provide optimal service.
  • Monitored food preparation, production and plating for quality control.
  • Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.

Palm West Hospital

CNA
02.2009 - 03.2011

Job overview

  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Azelia Court Nursing Home

CNA
03.2005 - 01.2009

Job overview

  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Heartlland Health Care Center

CNA
01.2001 - 02.2004

Job overview

  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Education

Academy For Health Occupations
Fort Lauderdale, FL

High School Diploma
04.2005

Skills

  • Personal Service
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Illness Adaptation
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • COVID-19 Safety Policies
  • Personal Care Assistance
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Caregiver and Family Support
  • Progressive Care
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Continuous Development
  • Assisting with Daily Living
  • Medication and Appointment Reminders
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • First Aid Certification
  • Client Transportation
  • Incident Reporting
  • PPE Usage
  • Companionship and Emotional Support

Certification

Certified Nursing Assistant, Medication administration


Timeline

Caregiver

Lynn Lee
11.2022 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Sunrise Community
01.2019 - Current

Caregiver

Roslyn Gray
01.2014 - 02.2018

Dietary Supervisor

Morrison Healthcare Food Services
10.2011 - 05.2013

CNA

Palm West Hospital
02.2009 - 03.2011

CNA

Azelia Court Nursing Home
03.2005 - 01.2009

CNA

Heartlland Health Care Center
01.2001 - 02.2004

Academy For Health Occupations

High School Diploma
Katrina GermainDirect Support Professional