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Lorraine Jackson

Lorraine Jackson

Warren MI USA,MI

Summary

Experienced caregiver with a proven track record at Continuing Care Home Care, delivering compassionate client care and fostering strong relationships. Skilled in elderly care and emotional support, adept at enhancing patient quality of life through meaningful activities. Recognized for exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities, ensuring optimal health outcomes and client satisfaction.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver/PCA

Continuing Care Home Care Harrisonburg, VA
01.2017 - 06.2019
  • Engaged clients in meaningful activities to foster asocial interaction and mental stimulation.
  • Engaged with family members to effectively meet care needs and preferences.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.

RA /DCW

Brookdale Assisted Living Harrisonburg, VA
07.2018 - 09.2018
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Education

Bachelor Of Arts Psychology - Psychology & Counseling

Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA

Post-Degree Certificate - Home Health Care

Blue Ridge Community College
Weyers Cave, VA

Certificate Culinary Arts & Baking - Culinary Arts

Charles Stewart Mott Community College
Flint, MI
05.2015

Skills

  • Dependable and responsible
  • Elderly care
  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Daily living assistance
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Emotional support
  • Strong ethics
  • Meal preparation
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Compassionate care
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Relationship building
  • First aid and safety
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • Patient companionship
  • Dementia care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Medication and appointment reminders
  • Direct patient care
  • Medication management
  • Mobility assistance
  • Incident reporting
  • Patient care and companionship
  • Patient mobility assistance
  • Empathetic listening
  • Community activities
  • Compassionate client care
  • At-home care instruction
  • Stress management
  • Cultural sensitivity

Timeline

RA /DCW

Brookdale Assisted Living Harrisonburg, VA
07.2018 - 09.2018

Caregiver/PCA

Continuing Care Home Care Harrisonburg, VA
01.2017 - 06.2019

Bachelor Of Arts Psychology - Psychology & Counseling

Regent University

Post-Degree Certificate - Home Health Care

Blue Ridge Community College

Certificate Culinary Arts & Baking - Culinary Arts

Charles Stewart Mott Community College

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