Shannon Butler

• Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
• Engaged clients by conversing and participating in activities and hobbies.
• Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
• Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
• Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
• Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.

Provided personal care and companionship to elderly clients in their homes.

• Reported any observed changes in physical condition or behavior immediately to the supervising nurse or physician.
• Researched medications to better understand properties and interactions with other drugs.
• Monitored vital signs prior to administering medications and reported any changes or irregularities to the supervising nurse.
• Completed continuing education to stay updated on medication administration practices.
• Assisted with training new Certified Medication Technicians on medication administration processes.
• Conducted regular audits of medication administration records for compliance with regulations.

• Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
• Participated in continuing education programs related to aging process and gerontology topics.
• Maintained confidentiality of all resident information according to HIPAA regulations.