Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Kayla Burgess

Kayla Burgess

Mooresville,IN

Summary

Compassionate, experienced Home Health Aide and PCA with a strong background in dementia care, behavioral support, and daily living assistance. Skilled in care coordination, appointment scheduling, Medicaid/SNAP application support, and connecting clients to community resources. Passionate about helping vulnerable adults maintain dignity, safety, and independence through structured, person-centered care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PCA

A Senior Retreat
04.2025 - Current
  • Prepared lunch daily for up to 13 clients with dietary needs and restrictions
  • Planned and led daily crafts and weekly Bake Club to enhance social engagement
  • Cross-trained to support all company locations; assisted clients with dementia and disabilities
  • Built strong client bonds through routine, compassion, and creative connection

HHA

Cecile’s Helping Angels
01.2025 - 06.2025
  • Delivered comprehensive personal care, including hygiene, toileting, cooking, and housekeeping
  • Provided in-home care for elderly and disabled adults, including ADLs and companionship
  • Supported PT/OT exercises as directed and maintained medication reminders
  • Offered mobility transfers, transportation, and hoarding cleanup assistance

HHA

Lovability/ Help at Home
11.2022 - 01.2025
  • Delivered comprehensive personal care, including hygiene, toileting, cooking, and housekeeping
  • Supported bed-bound clients with bed baths, repositioning, and incontinence care
  • Coordinated medical appointments and managed follow-up schedules
  • Assisted clients with applications and renewals for Medicaid, SNAP (food stamps), and other services
  • Connected clients with local food banks, housing assistance, and community outreach services
  • Maintained stable, compassionate care through an agency transition after company buyout

Education

Mooresville High School , Mooresville, IN

Skills

  • Care Plan Implementation
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Medicaid/SNAP Assistance
  • Community Resource Navigation
  • Dementia & Behavioral Health Support
  • ADLs & Transfer Assistance
  • Crisis De-escalation & Emotional Support
  • Client Advocacy & Family Communication
  • Meal Preparation & Nutrition Support
  • Transportation & Safety Supervision
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Behavioral management
  • Emotional support
  • Dementia care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Daily living assistance
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Medication reminders
  • Patient documentation
  • Client advocacy
  • Mobility support
  • Family support
  • Physical therapy assistance
  • Feeding assistance

Certification

  • Home Health Aide (HHA) – Active
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) – Certified

Timeline

PCA - A Senior Retreat
04.2025 - Current
HHA - Cecile’s Helping Angels
01.2025 - 06.2025
HHA - Lovability/ Help at Home
11.2022 - 01.2025
Mooresville High School - ,

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