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Keliah Walker

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

Committed Direct Care Worker brings success in healthcare roles. Skilled at assisting with daily living activities and meal preparation. Focused on maintaining client safety and comfort through continuous monitoring and care. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Rescare Community Living
Indianapolis, IN
01.2022 - Current
  • Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
  • Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
  • Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
  • Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
  • Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
  • Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
  • Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
  • Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.

Personal Care Assistant

American Senior Communities
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana
03.2019 - 01.2022
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
  • Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.

Personal Care Assistant

American Senior Communities
Indianapolis, IN
06.2017 - 03.2019
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
  • Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
  • Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
  • Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
  • Participated in recreational activities with clients such as reading books, playing cards or board games.
  • Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
  • Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.

Education

High School Diploma -

Warren Central High School
Indianapolis, IN
06-2017

Skills

  • Transportation
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Client Documentation
  • Behavioral Management
  • Progress Documentation
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Education
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Nutrition
  • Community Activities
  • Recreational Activities
  • Crisis Management
  • Medical Records Management
  • First-Aid and CPR
  • Client Transportation
  • First Aid and Safety

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Rescare Community Living
01.2022 - Current

Personal Care Assistant

American Senior Communities
03.2019 - 01.2022

Personal Care Assistant

American Senior Communities
06.2017 - 03.2019

High School Diploma -

Warren Central High School

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