Lauren Lloyd
10348 Limberlost Trail Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
With a proven track record at Benchmark Human Services, I excel in compassionate client care and chronic disease management. Leveraging skills in relationship building and ADL support, I've significantly enhanced client well-being. My adaptability and dedication to safety have consistently improved care standards, making me a valuable team asset. Compassionate and reliable Direct Support Professional with experience in assisting individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives. Strong skills in promoting client dignity, independence, and positive interactions within the community. Have made significant contributions in previous roles by implementing personalized care plans that improved overall quality of life for clients. Possess excellent interpersonal skills, conflict resolution abilities, and patience needed for this challenging role.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Benchmark Human Services
Fort Wayne, IN
01.2018 - Current
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Provided comprehensive caregiving services, including transportation to appointments and stores, meal preparation, and housekeeping.
- Ensured clients' well-being by managing daily activities such as cooking, cleaning, and attending appointments.
- Supported clients' independence by assisting with errands, preparing meals, and maintaining a clean living environment.
- Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
Patient Care Technician
Marion Health MGH Campus
Marion, IN
06.2014 - 11.2017
- Supported activities of daily living by serving meals, feeding, ambulating, and turning over and positioning patients.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair, etc. Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Etc.
Caregiver
Ann Butler (Family Friend Dying from Cancer)
Marion, IN
01.2012 - 08.2013
- Escorted client to medical appointments and grocery shopping, ensuring timely and safe transportation.
- Maintained a clean and organized living environment by performing household cleaning tasks.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing, toileting, dressing, and medication administration.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN04-2017
Skills
- ADL support
- Compassionate client care
- Chronic disease management
- Housekeeping tasks
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Empathy and patience
- Client support
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Patient education
- Disability awareness
- Therapeutic instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Active listening
- Recreational activities
- Positive reinforcement
- Team collaboration
- Client safety and first aid
- Activities planning
- Special needs experience
- Emotional support
- Cooking and meal preparation
- Safety consciousness
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Self-motivation
- Goal oriented
- File maintenance
- Scheduling flexibility
- Cleanliness maintenance
- Organizational aptitude
Affiliations
- I love to watch movies
- Exploring new places to eat
- Volunteer at homeless shelters/visit shut ins or elderly
- Chair yoga/Getting back into playing Volleyball and reading some
- Spending time with friends and family
Accomplishments
- High School Honors Diploma from Eastbrook HS in Marion, IN
- I was awarded multiple scholarships for college I was so grateful for!
Certification
- I am certified in First Aid and CPR, but it may be expiring soon.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Benchmark Human Services
01.2018 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Marion Health MGH Campus
06.2014 - 11.2017
Caregiver
Ann Butler (Family Friend Dying from Cancer)
01.2012 - 08.2013
- I am certified in First Aid and CPR, but it may be expiring soon.
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
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