Kendra Arnold
Crawford,GA
Summary
Thoughtful Resident Care Coordinator committed to thorough, individualized care and comprehensive compassion for patients with all kinds of needs. Kind, approachable and knowledgeable about medical field and communicating with patients and physicians.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Care Coordinator
Avery Village Assisted Living
2023.02 - Current
- Evaluated staff performance regularly through observation, providing constructive feedback for professional growth.
- Coordinated the resident admission and discharge process, ensuring a smooth transition and minimizing stress for residents and families.
- Hired and trained [Number] new staff members on facility policies, patient care and medicine distribution.
- Advocated for residents'' rights, promoting dignity and respect throughout interactions between staff members and residents.
- Facilitated communication among team members, fostering a collaborative work environment for optimal resident support.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to develop individualized care plans, optimizing residents'' quality of life.
- Developed strong relationships with local healthcare providers, enhancing access to specialized services for residents as needed.
- Increased resident satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and fostering a positive living environment.
- Promoted family engagement through regular updates on resident progress and involvement in care planning decisions.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Removed trash and straightened counters to keep pharmacy area clean and neat.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
Medication Aide
Avery Village Assisted Living
2023.02 - Current
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
- Achieved high levels of efficiency while distributing medications by organizing daily routines around individual patient schedules and needs.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in the face of medical emergencies, providing crucial assistance during critical situations as needed.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently maintaining and updating medication records for each patient.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Enhanced patient health by accurately administering prescribed medications according to schedule.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring an adequate stock of medications was always available for patients'' needs.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards, safeguarding sensitive patient information at all times during recordkeeping duties.
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
- Boosted patient compliance with medication regimes through compassionate guidance and support.
- Safeguarded patients from potential drug interactions by carefully reviewing their medical histories before administering any new medications.
- Supported the nursing staff with essential tasks, streamlining the overall care process.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of state regulations regarding medication administration, staying current on updates as needed.
- Improved patient understanding of medications by providing clear explanations of drug actions and side effects.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers and pharmacists, ensuring accuracy in both prescription orders and dosage instructions.
- Fostered strong relationships with patients and their families, providing emotional support throughout their treatment journey.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Facilitated seamless shift changes by thoroughly documenting medication administration activities for incoming team members.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Caregiver
Help at Home
2022.10 - 2023.09
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Custodian
Clarke County School District
2014.12 - 2023.01
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cedar Shoals High School
Athens, GA05.2007
Skills
- HIPAA understanding
- Staff Training and Development
- Clinical assessment
- CPR Certified
- Care Planning
- Resident Documentation
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Patient Care
- Dementia Care
- Medication Administration
- Infection Control
- Staff Management
Timeline
Resident Care Coordinator
Avery Village Assisted Living
2023.02 - Current
Medication Aide
Avery Village Assisted Living
2023.02 - Current
Caregiver
Help at Home
2022.10 - 2023.09
Custodian
Clarke County School District
2014.12 - 2023.01
High School Diploma -
Cedar Shoals High School
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