Lavonne Brown
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Certified Caregiver with background in providing holistic care to individuals of different age groups and health conditions. Experienced in administering medication, preparing meals according to dietary needs and offering physical assistance when necessary. Strong interpersonal skills allowing for effective communication with patients, families, and medical professionals. Previous work has led to improved patient comfort levels and overall well-being.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Caregiver
Lilly’s Home Care
Phoenix, AZ
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to clients during difficult times.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as laundry, light cleaning and meal preparation.
Certified Caregiver
Desert Haven Assisted Living
Cave Creek, Arizona
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare professionals in order to provide comprehensive care for patients.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians according to established protocols.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations in accordance with established protocols.
Caregiver
Helping Hearts LLC, Behavioral Health Paraprofessional
Phoenix, AZ
10.2020 - 01.2023
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Certified Caregiver
NURSA
Phoenix, AZ
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Ensured safety of all clients through proper use of assistive devices and monitoring techniques.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for laboratory testing when required.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Certified Caregiver
Clipboard Health
Phoenix, AZ
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Ensured safety of all clients through proper use of assistive devices and monitoring techniques.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for laboratory testing when required.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Caregiver
Griswold Home Care
Scottsdale, AZ
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
Private Caregiver
Ellen and Mark
Scottsdale, Arizona
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Provided companionship to clients by engaging in conversation and accompanying them on errands or outings.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Assisted clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming.
- Ensured proper nutrition by preparing meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by doctors or nutritionists.
CAREGIVER
Alliance Home Health Care & Hospice
Phoenix, Arizona
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties including meal preparation
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Caregiver
Tempe Assisted Living Training
Tempe, AZ01-2020
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistance
Brookline College
Phoenix, Arizona08-2011
Skills
- Personal care assistance
- Medication administration
- Behavioral management
- First aid and safety
- Dementia care
- Care plan management
- Alzheimer's care
- Transfer techniques
- Client documentation
- Care plan assessment
- Compassionate client care
- Behavior redirection
Professionalcertificatesandtraining
- Medical Assistance Certificate, 2012
- Caregiver Certification, 2020
- Adult and Child CPR/First Aid 2024
- Prevention and Support 2023
- Article 9 2023
Timeline
Certified Caregiver
Lilly’s Home Care
04.2024 - 12.2024
Certified Caregiver
Desert Haven Assisted Living
10.2023 - 04.2024
Certified Caregiver
NURSA
06.2021 - 06.2022
Certified Caregiver
Clipboard Health
06.2021 - 06.2022
Caregiver
Helping Hearts LLC, Behavioral Health Paraprofessional
10.2020 - 01.2023
Caregiver
Griswold Home Care
01.2020 - 08.2020
Private Caregiver
Ellen and Mark
01.2017 - 12.2018
CAREGIVER
Alliance Home Health Care & Hospice
01.2015 - 05.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Caregiver
Tempe Assisted Living Training
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistance
Brookline College
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