LaTara Parris
Wixom,USA
Summary
Dedicated worker passionate about helping others live fulfilling lives by providing personal assistance and care in managing various health-related conditions. Knowledgeable about managing medications, appointments and social events. Well-organized and compassionate with good relationship-building abilities. Committed Healthcare professional bringing 13 years of proven success in healthcare roles. Dedicated to providing client safety and comfort through continuous focused care. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities and meal preparation with passion for community contribution. Authorized to work in the US for any employer Pharmacy professional with strong focus on patient care and medication management. Skilled in pharmaceutical calculations, drug interactions, and therapeutic planning. Known for collaborative team approach and adaptability to changing needs. Reliable, results-driven, and enthusiastic about contributing to healthcare outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Med Tech/Caregiver
Rose Senior Living
Novi, MI
09.2023 - Current
- Knowledge of safety procedures
- Proficiency in medical terminology
- Knowledge of Dementia/Alzheimer’s patient care
- Bed Preparations
- Grooming clients with hair/nail care
- Experience with Control procedures
- Outstanding communicator and listener
- Passing Medication
Resident Aide/Med Tech
Mission Point Healthcare Services
Ypsilanti, MI
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Skilled patient care worker
- Knowledge of safety procedures
- Proficiency in medical terminology
- Knowledge of Dementia/Alzheimer’s patient care
- Bed Preparations
- Grooming clients with hair/nail care
- Experience with Control procedures
- Outstanding communicator and listener
- Passing Medication
Caregiver
HOMESTEAD
Dearborn, MI
11.2017 - 04.2021
- Helped clients handle all personal needs, from simple cleaning and daily exercise to bathing and personal grooming
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strengthen
Caregiver
Sunrise Senior Living
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2014 - 09.2016
- 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.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Education
Certificate - Pharmacy Technician
Ross Medical Education Center
Canton,MIHigh School Diploma - undefined
Denby High School
Detroit, MI06.2012
Skills
- Home Health
- Meal Preparation
- MS Office Suite
- Patient Care
- Dependable Medical Professional
- Hospice Care
- Communication
- Administrative Assistant
- Catheter Treatment
- Vital Signs (2 years)
- Caregiving
- Care Giver
- Alzheimer's Care
- CPR/First Aid 2022
- Advance Medical
- Career Preparation
- Student of the month
- Dormitory mentor (2 years)
- Dementia Care
- Personal Assistant Experience
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Exceptional written skills
- Proficiency in medical terminology
- Knowledge of OSHA/OBRA
- Knowledge of infection control procedures
- Works cooperatively
- Experience with HIPPA/PHI compliance
- Very reliable and Responsible
- Basic understanding of Dementia/Alzheimer's patient care
- Independent, self-starter
- Outstanding communicator and listener
- Advanced reader
- Very productive and manages time wisely
- Respond well to constructive criticism
- Bed Making
- Medication preparation
- Customer service
- Medication distribution
- Patient privacy protection
- Dosage form preparation
- Skilled in software
- Drug safety
- Prescription record reviews
- HIPAA guidelines
- Medication storage
- Drug ordering & storage
- Quality control
- Drug inventory control
- Side effect and usage education
- Pharmaceutical supply ordering
- Verifying orders
- Inspections
Certification
- CLS Training
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/First Aid
Timeline
Med Tech/Caregiver
Rose Senior Living
09.2023 - Current
Resident Aide/Med Tech
Mission Point Healthcare Services
05.2022 - 09.2023
Caregiver
HOMESTEAD
11.2017 - 04.2021
Caregiver
Sunrise Senior Living
01.2014 - 09.2016
High School Diploma - undefined
Denby High School
Certificate - Pharmacy Technician
Ross Medical Education Center