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Lil Lay

Gresham,OR

Summary

Dynamic Resident Experience Assistant at Maple Grove Memory Care, skilled in compassionate care and effective communication. Enhanced resident engagement through tailored activities, fostering strong relationships and improving quality of life. Proven ability to streamline processes, ensuring compliance and safety while promoting teamwork and collaboration among staff.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Activity Director position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Talented Activity Director goes above and beyond basic administrative tasks and takes on multiple projects at once. Excellent work ethic and strength in boosting company morale.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in relating to Residents on a Personal level and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Resident Experience Assistant

Maple Grove Memory Care
04.2024 - 05.2025
  • Participated in staff training sessions to continually enhance knowledge and skills in resident care practices.
  • Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, including residents with varying cognitive abilities.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall resident experience.
  • Developed rapport with residents and families, ensuring open communication and trust.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining accurate documentation of resident information and services provided.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols and reporting hazards promptly.
  • Fostered a positive atmosphere within the residence by cultivating strong relationships among staff members.
  • Streamlined processes for more efficient time management, allowing for increased attention to individual resident needs.
  • Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
  • Expedited project completion times due to the ability to multitask effectively under tight deadlines.
  • Bolstered office security measures, updating and enforcing policies for handling confidential information.
  • Facilitated onboarding process for new hires, accelerating their integration into team.
  • Enhanced team collaboration, implementing centralized digital platform for document sharing and communication.
  • Streamlined document preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
  • Elevated executive productivity, managing complex calendars and arranging travel itineraries.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Completed daily logs for management review.
  • Proofread and edited documents for accuracy and grammar.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Drafted common document templates to reduce time spent creating documents from scratch.
  • Managed activity calendar, ensuring diverse options catered to a wide range of interests and abilities.
  • Provided compassionate support for residents experiencing emotional challenges or undergoing personal transitions within their living environment.
  • Conducted sensory stimulation activities for memory care patients, improving mood regulation and reducing agitation incidents.
  • Coordinated special events to celebrate holidays, birthdays, or other milestones that fostered a sense of community within the residence.
  • Boosted social interaction among residents through the organization of group events and outings.
  • Promoted mental fitness by facilitating trivia games and puzzles that challenged cognitive abilities while encouraging socialization among peers.
  • Assisted in the development of individualized care plans by contributing insights on residents'' interests, preferences, and abilities gathered during activities engagements.
  • Enhanced resident engagement by developing and implementing creative activities tailored to individual needs.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness through regular feedback collection from participants and their families, leading to continuous improvement efforts for enhanced resident satisfaction.
  • Directed art therapy sessions, empowering participants to express themselves creatively while enhancing cognitive function and dexterity skills.
  • Documented participant progress, providing valuable data for care plan adjustments and future activity planning.
  • Tailored exercise programs to accommodate varying physical capabilities while emphasizing safety precautions, resulting in increased activity levels and improved health outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.
  • Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
  • Communicated with family members and other caregivers to provide updates on well-being and care of residents.
  • Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
  • Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
  • Documented preferences and helped develop relevant activities.
  • Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
  • Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
  • Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
  • Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
  • Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
  • Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
  • Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
  • Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
  • Implemented and developed programs to promote physical fitness, teamwork and healthy living.
  • Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
  • Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
  • Monitored participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants.
  • Collaborated with other recreation staff in developing new recreational activities.
  • Developed and monitored safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of participants.
  • Trained staff members on conducting events and following safety procedures.
  • Provided feedback and guidance to program participants regarding progress and development.
  • Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
  • Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.

Caregiver

Pacific Gardens Alzheimer's Special Care Center
05.1997 - 04.2024
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • 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.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
  • Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
  • Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

Education

High School Diploma -

Amity High School
Amity, OR
05-1987

Skills

  • Emergency management
  • Compassionate care
  • Patient safety
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Abnormality and disease detection
  • Care team collaboration
  • Relationship building
  • Disease prevention
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Goal setting
  • Professionalism

Interests

  • Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Horseback Riding
  • Playing Sports
  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Gardening

Timeline

Resident Experience Assistant

Maple Grove Memory Care
04.2024 - 05.2025

Caregiver

Pacific Gardens Alzheimer's Special Care Center
05.1997 - 04.2024

High School Diploma -

Amity High School

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