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Lasonya Talley

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Dedicated Personal Care Assistant with a proven track record at Health Source Agency, excelling in compassionate caregiving and medication management. Enhanced client independence through personalized care plans and effective communication. Achieved a 95% satisfaction rate by fostering strong client relationships and implementing innovative care strategies. CPR certified and adept at managing complex health conditions.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Care Assistant

A Extra Hand to Hold
10.2023 - Current
  • Ensured clients' comfort and safety during daily living activities.
  • Administered prescribed medications and monitored health conditions for client well-being.
  • Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to build rapport and understand their needs.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client care and progress notes.
  • Trained new staff on care procedures and best practices for client assistance.
  • Implemented feedback from clients to enhance service delivery and satisfaction.
  • Coordinated appointments and transportation for clients to ensure access to healthcare services.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.

Personal Care Assistant

Madoni Care
09.2021 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
  • Contributed to a positive home atmosphere by engaging clients in conversation and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
  • Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.

Personal Care Assistant

Health Source Agency
08.2018 - 10.2023
  • Supported clients'' mental health by actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate companionship during challenging times.
  • Promoted independence with structured routines and clear communication to support clients in their daily lives.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Managed household chores efficiently, enabling clients to enjoy a clean living space without added stress or physical strain.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Ensured timely medication administration, managing accurate records of dosages and schedules for multiple clients.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Assisted clients with meal planning and preparation, taking into consideration dietary restrictions and preferences for optimal nutrition.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Prevented injuries through diligent observation of the environment and prompt intervention when needed during mobility assistance tasks.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans addressing each client''s specific needs.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormal findings to medical professionals for further evaluation.
  • Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching, and strength building.
  • Developed creative strategies for overcoming obstacles related to mobility or cognitive limitations while promoting maximum functionality in daily tasks.

Education

Vocational-Technical Education

South Atlanta High
Atlanta Ga
06.2001

Skills

  • Grooming assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Behavior management
  • Dressing assistance
  • Compassionate patient care
  • Behavior redirection
  • CPR certified
  • Light housekeeping
  • Compassionate care
  • Care plan implementation
  • Meal preparation
  • Housekeeping
  • Direct patient care
  • Meal planning
  • Medication administration
  • Household tasks
  • Client transportation
  • Patient management
  • Transportation assistance
  • Patient assessments
  • Medical records management
  • Client rapport
  • Stress management
  • Medication management
  • Nutrition monitoring
  • Physical therapy support
  • Client relationship management
  • Nutrition planning
  • Indirect patient care
  • Incapacitation care
  • Memory care techniques
  • Chronic disease management
  • Medical office administration
  • Case management
  • Household organization
  • Toileting assistance
  • Feeding support
  • Adaptable under pressure
  • Personal errands assistance

Timeline

Personal Care Assistant

A Extra Hand to Hold
10.2023 - Current

Personal Care Assistant

Madoni Care
09.2021 - Current

Personal Care Assistant

Health Source Agency
08.2018 - 10.2023

Vocational-Technical Education

South Atlanta High

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