Lisa Roberts
Summary
Caring Residential Caregiver 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
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Caregiver
The Bridgeline
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Easter Seals UP Crisis Center
10.2019 - 05.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
Manufacturing Technician
Siemens Group
12.2018 - 05.2019
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Assembled and tested parts and components to meet safety and performance standards.
- Selected material quantities or processing methods needed to achieve efficient production.
Sterile Processing Technician
University Of Virginia
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
Direct Support Professional
Arc Of The Piedmont
02.2006 - 09.2018
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
Residential Support Professional
Region Ten Community Service Board
07.2004 - 07.2018
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Residential Advisor
Whisper Ridge
02.2002 - 02.2004
- Guided students to integrate into both academic and social communities on campus.
- Established consistent relationships with students to maintain professional boundaries.
- Provided referral services and connected students with resources to facilitate access to support and meet individual needs.
- Mediated conflict to provide safe and secure environment through policy enforcement.
- Assisted students in handling tough situations to resolve problems.
- Supervised and mentored students to promote safety and wellbeing.
- Provided supervision for cafeteria, laundry and special activities of facility.
Residential Advisor
Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention
02.2002 - 02.2003
- Promoted diversity and inclusion to create welcoming and inclusive living environment for all students.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order and safety in residence hall.
- Participated in staff meetings and training to stay informed on policies and procedures.
- Established consistent relationships with students to maintain professional boundaries.
- Assisted students in handling tough situations to resolve problems.
- Supervised and mentored students to promote safety and wellbeing.
- Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
- Supported personal needs of residents dealing with diverse conditions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Charlottesville High School
Charlottesville, VA06.1979
Skills
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Personal Care Assistance
- Community Activities
- Medical Charting
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Mobilization Support
- Clinical Documentation and Reporting
- Sanitizing Surfaces
- Patient and Family Interaction
- Emotional and Social Support
- Emotional Intelligence
- Family Communication
- Report Observations
Timeline
Residential Caregiver
The Bridgeline
06.2022 - 12.2023
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Easter Seals UP Crisis Center
10.2019 - 05.2022
Manufacturing Technician
Siemens Group
12.2018 - 05.2019
Sterile Processing Technician
University Of Virginia
11.2017 - 12.2018
Direct Support Professional
Arc Of The Piedmont
02.2006 - 09.2018
Residential Support Professional
Region Ten Community Service Board
07.2004 - 07.2018
Residential Advisor
Whisper Ridge
02.2002 - 02.2004
Residential Advisor
Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention
02.2002 - 02.2003
High School Diploma -
Charlottesville High School
Similar Profiles
Paul MoranPaul Moran
Director of Business Development at Bridgeline DigitalDirector of Business Development at Bridgeline Digital
Jake HolmanJake Holman
Co-Founder at Bridgeline StaffingCo-Founder at Bridgeline Staffing
Chaitanya NChaitanya N
Salesforce Developer at Bridgeline Digital Pvt ltdSalesforce Developer at Bridgeline Digital Pvt ltd
Andrews AcquahAndrews Acquah
Residential Caregiver at Wesley Mission OrganizationResidential Caregiver at Wesley Mission Organization
Caroline DobbsCaroline Dobbs
Residential Caregiver at Shepherds Hill AcademyResidential Caregiver at Shepherds Hill Academy