Kwadrey North
Pottstown,PA
Summary
Proven caregiver with a track record of compassionate caregiving and efficient medication administration, honed across roles at RHA Health Services LLC and other healthcare settings. Specializes in behavioral management and patient care, achieving significant improvements in client well-being. Skilled in CPR/AED, demonstrating a commitment to safety and client support. Reliable Nurse Aide enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious, kind-hearted and committed to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
RHA Health Services LLC
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Conducted daily documentation of clients' progress and incidents, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
- Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Greenfield Senior Living of Perkiomen Valley
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at Pottstown
07.2019 - 10.2020
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- 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.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Home Health Aide
Corabia Home Health
12.2016 - 08.2018
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
Home Health Aide
Open Systems Healthcare
01.2017 - 11.2017
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
Sales Associate
Wet Seal
08.2013 - 01.2017
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
Sales Associate
Burlington Coat Factory
03.2014 - 08.2015
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
Education
Nurse Aide License - Nurse Aide
Falcon Institute
Bethlehem, PA08.2018
Nurse Aide Certificate - Nurse Aide
Reading Area Community College
Reading, PA09.2015
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client Support
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Medication Administration
- Behavioral Management
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Direct Patient Care
- Cooking meals
- Certified in CPR/AED
- First Aid Certification
- Infection Control
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Personal Care Aide
- Household Cleaning
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Fast Learner
- Patient Care
- Individualized Support Planning
- Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
- Transportation Assistance
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
RHA Health Services LLC
08.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Greenfield Senior Living of Perkiomen Valley
01.2022 - 09.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at Pottstown
07.2019 - 10.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care
08.2018 - 07.2019
Home Health Aide
Open Systems Healthcare
01.2017 - 11.2017
Home Health Aide
Corabia Home Health
12.2016 - 08.2018
Sales Associate
Burlington Coat Factory
03.2014 - 08.2015
Sales Associate
Wet Seal
08.2013 - 01.2017
Nurse Aide License - Nurse Aide
Falcon Institute
Nurse Aide Certificate - Nurse Aide
Reading Area Community College