Lori Robertson
Lebanon,OR
Summary
Attentive and passionate about offering support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant, and devoted. Over 10 years of experience in the care field, and over 3 years experience with the IDD community. OIS, CPR, and First Aide certified. Open to new learning opportunities, and have been known to pick up skills quickly.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Stabilization And Crisis Unit
12.2019 - Current
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
Private In-Home Caregiver
Self Employed Services
12.2018 - 11.2019
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- 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
Caregiver
Skyline Country Living- John Grimm Foster Homes
04.2018 - 07.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- 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.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders
Head Caregiver
West Hills Assisted Living
02.2014 - 06.2018
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
Caregiver
Avamere Oak Park Assisted Living
10.2010 - 03.2014
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
Lead Kennel Technician
Michigan City Animal Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs and cats to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites, and hair mats.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
Volunteer
Reins Of Life
01.1997 - 01.2010
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.
- Supported clients through development of new life skills.
- Assist Clients in caring for and riding horses in order to improve clients' motor skills and social skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
06.2001
Skills
- Safety monitoring
- Empathy and understanding
- Crisis intervention
- Adaptive equipment use
- Medication administration
- First aid, CPR/ , & OIS Certified
- Direct Patient Care
- Behavior Redirection
- Medication Administration
- Client Transportation
Timeline
Direct Support Professional - Stabilization And Crisis Unit
12.2019 - Current
Private In-Home Caregiver - Self Employed Services
12.2018 - 11.2019
Caregiver - Skyline Country Living- John Grimm Foster Homes
04.2018 - 07.2019
Head Caregiver - West Hills Assisted Living
02.2014 - 06.2018
Caregiver - Avamere Oak Park Assisted Living
10.2010 - 03.2014
Lead Kennel Technician - Michigan City Animal Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2010
Volunteer - Reins Of Life
01.1997 - 01.2010
Laporte High School - High School Diploma,
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