Dependable Direct Care Worker with aptitude for organizing and managing client daily activities, nutrition needs and appointments. Well-versed in medication administration and basic medical care. Compassionate and empathetic to patient needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Care Worker
Personal Touch Health Care
Southfield, MI
10.2008 - 01.2022
Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
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.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.