Linda Monson
Shakopee,MN
Summary
Dedicated Direct care professional brings thirteen-years background visiting patients in-home and conducting physical assessments, dressing wounds and assisting with bathing and grooming activities. Polite and courteous professional with in-depth knowledge of CPR and first aid. Committed to collaborating with physicians and families to provide quality patient care. Committed Direct care offers thirteen years in home healthcare. Dedicated to delivering consistent and focused attention to client safety, comfort, and dignity. Well-versed in direct patient care and recordkeeping. Highly trained professional talented in Direct care. Analytical problem-solver seeking Direct care position to apply expertise and enhance care. Direct care Health Aide with background working with community healthcare organizations, delivering support to practitioners and patients. Provides clinical and administrative assistance, primary healthcare, and emergency response services. Passionate about educating patients on maintaining healthy lifestyles. Caring [Job Title] dedicated to offering comprehensive personal support. Talented in cooking meals, organizing schedules and updating documentation. Strong knowledge of emotional, physical and social support strategies.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Homia Batheja
Waconia, MN
07.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
Employment Counselor
Vocational Support Services
Burnsville, MN
01.2018 - Current
- Matched clients to open positions based on skills and work requirements.
- Developed career and education plans based on individual needs.
- Counseled clients one-on-one regarding current situation, desires, aptitudes, education and employment history.
- Assisted clients in building successful job search strategies.
- Maintained case files and documented actions.
Direct Support Professional
Miansl Services
Brooklyn Park, MN
03.2009 - Current
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fargo High School
Fargo, ND05.1982
Skills
- Medical Reminders
- Personal Care Assistance
- Performance Assessment
- First Aid and Safety
- Community Integration
- Conditions Assessment
- Bed Making and Changing
- Daily Charting
Certification
- Cpr Training -Current
- Certified Med pass Current thru company
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Homia Batheja
07.2021 - Current
Employment Counselor
Vocational Support Services
01.2018 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Miansl Services
03.2009 - Current
High School Diploma -
Fargo High School