Lisa Lutz
Wonewoc
Summary
Compassionate Resident Care Assistant with expertise in medication administration and patient communication. Committed to maintaining client confidentiality and ensuring a safe, engaging environment for residents. Dedicated Resident Care Assistant with over 13 years of experience in personal care assistance and infection control. Proven ability to engage residents through effective communication and emotional support, ensuring high-quality care and a comfortable living environment. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Care Assistant
Milestone Senior Living In Hillsboro
Hillsboro
12.2012 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for residents and staff.
- Communicated effectively with residents to understand their needs and concerns.
- Documented resident care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Engaged residents in social activities to promote well-being and interaction.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure quality care for all residents.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Observed and documented any abnormal behaviors or symptoms of illness.
- Ensured that all medications were administered properly according to physician orders.
- Assisted with ambulation needs such as walking with a cane or wheelchair assistance.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing per physician order.
- Maintained accurate documentation regarding patient care on electronic medical records system.
- Helped residents maintain neat, orderly, and comfortable room by making beds and assisting with cleaning and organization.
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and eating activities.
- Provided emotional support to residents during difficult times and assisted them with adjustment issues related to their stay at the facility.
- Provided assistance to residents with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Developed positive relationships with family members of residents providing updates on care plans and progress.
- Reported changes in resident's condition to Nurse Supervisor.
- Responded appropriately in emergency situations by following established protocols.
- Performed or assisted with ADLs using care plans and flow sheets as guide for personal hygiene, dressing, oral hygiene, nail care, toileting, and other services.
- Communicated with residents, family members and other team members to provide updates and offer guidance.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss new developments or changes in services provided to residents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Royall School District
Elroy, WI05.1984
Skills
- electronic health records
- medication administration
- personal care assistance
- infection control
- resident engagement
- patient communication
- Medical documentation
- Client confidentiality
- Dementia care
- HIPAA compliance
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Resident Care Assistant
Milestone Senior Living In Hillsboro
12.2012 - Current
High School Diploma -
Royall School District