Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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LaTasha Pierson

LaTasha Pierson

Summary

Dedicated Personal Care Assistant with a proven track record at Mentor Network, adept in providing emotional support and grooming assistance. Skilled in CPR and compassionate care, consistently enhancing patient well-being. Achieved notable improvements in client health and satisfaction, showcasing a commitment to excellence and empathy in patient interactions.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Care Assistant

Mentor Network
01.2019 - 09.2024
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
  • Provided respite care for families, allowing them the opportunity to recharge while ensuring their loved one received consistent quality care.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
  • Supported clients'' mental health by actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate companionship during challenging times.
  • Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • 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.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Promoted independence with structured routines and clear communication to support clients in their daily lives.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, sharing updates with family members and healthcare providers as necessary.
  • Maintained current knowledge of best practices in personal care through ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.

Personal Care Assistant

Productive Home Care Service
03.2021 - 08.2024
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
  • Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.

Assembly Line Worker

Eltha M Chocolate
09.2016 - 12.2018
  • Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Contributed to a positive work atmosphere, fostering strong relationships with colleagues while maintaining professionalism and focus on tasks at hand.
  • Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and ensure seamless workflow on the assembly line.
  • Operated various machines used in production processes.
  • Contributed to improved workplace safety by consistently following proper operating procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment.

Assembly Line Worker

Staffmark Staffing
10.2015 - 09.2016
  • Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and ensure seamless workflow on the assembly line.
  • Boxed, labeled, and transported items to support assembly operations.
  • Consistently upheld company values and policies throughout daily operations, fostering an environment of integrity, respect, and accountability within the workplace.

Education

Diploma -

McCall High School, Tallulah
05.2002
  • Extracurricular Activities: [Activity]
  • Elected Captain of [Team]

Skills

  • Grooming assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Personal hygiene
  • CPR certified
  • Compassionate care
  • Direct patient care
  • Housekeeping
  • Meal preparation

Timeline

Personal Care Assistant - Productive Home Care Service
03.2021 - 08.2024
Personal Care Assistant - Mentor Network
01.2019 - 09.2024
Assembly Line Worker - Eltha M Chocolate
09.2016 - 12.2018
Assembly Line Worker - Staffmark Staffing
10.2015 - 09.2016
McCall High School - Diploma,
LaTasha Pierson