Lucy Kimani
Ablelight Group Home
Kent,WA
8
years of professional experience
[Desired Position] experienced in providing compassionate patient care and assisting with daily activities. Delivered high-quality healthcare services through effective communication and patient management skills, ensuring comfort and well-being. Collaborated with healthcare teams to maintain a high standard of care while prioritizing patient safety.
Work History
Direct Support Professional
1 Year 5 Months- Provided direct care to youth with developmental disabilities in home setting, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
- Providing ADL services and assistance including but not limited to feeding, transfers, showers, dressing, hygiene, toileting, housekeeping, cooking and tube feeding among others.
- Monitored and documented patient vitals during medical assessments.
- Reporting to the supervisor of any changes to persons'' abilities, needs and mental status.
- Provided compassionate support to individuals with disabilities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Assisted clients in daily living activities, fostering skill development and personal growth.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to encourage positive social interactions among residents.
CNA
1 Year 6 Months- Delivered direct care to aged population in nursing home and rehabilitation facility, enhancing residents' quality of life.
- Assisted with ADLs including feeding, transfers, showers, dressing, hygiene, toileting, and activities, supporting residents' daily living needs.
- Taking and documenting vitals
- Reporting to the nurse of any changes to persons' abilities, needs and mental status
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations
CNA
2 Years 2 Months- Delivered direct care to youth in home setting, addressing mental health challenges and promoting well-being.
- Delivered ADL services including feeding, transfers, showers, dressing, hygiene, toileting, housekeeping, cooking, and activities.
- Measured and recorded vital signs including temperature, pulse, and blood pressure in patient files.
- Reported changes in individuals' abilities, needs, and mental status to supervisor to ensure timely and appropriate care.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations for accurate record-keeping.
CNA
1 Year 1 Month- Provided direct care for youth with developmental delays in home setting, ensuring tailored support for individual needs.
- Medication management. Pass medication to client, monitor for adverse effects, refill prescription with pharmacy, report changes to the doctor and the office
- Managed medication by passing it to clients, monitoring for adverse effects, and refilling prescriptions with the pharmacy.
- Measured and recorded vital signs including blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature.
- Documentation for all care provided or refused.
- Transporting the clients to and from appointments and other activities.
- Transported clients to appointments and activities, facilitating access to necessary services and community engagement.
CNA
2 Years 7 Months- Direct care duties serving an aged population in a home setting. The agency mostly serves the medically fragile that have challenges with mobility, memory and cognitive.
- Provided ADL services and assistance, including feeding, transfers, showers, dressing, hygiene, toileting, housekeeping, cooking, and activities, to enhance clients' quality of life.
- Managed medication for clients by administering prescribed doses and tracking adherence. Pass medication to client, monitor for adverse effects, refill prescription with pharmacy, report changes to the doctor and the office
- Measured and recorded vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature for patient assessment.
- Reporting to the supervisor of any changes to persons abilities, needs and mental status
- Completed detailed documentation for all care provided or refused to maintain accurate records.
- Transported clients to and from appointments and activities, ensuring timely access to essential services.
CNA
3 Years 7 Months- Direct care duties serving an aged population in a home setting. The agency mostly serves the medically fragile that have challenges with mobility, memory and cognition.
- Providing ADL services and assistance including but not limited to feeding, transfers, showers, dressing, hygiene, toileting, housekeeping, cooking and activities.
- Managed medication by administering to clients, monitoring for adverse effects, coordinating prescription refills with pharmacy, and reporting changes to doctor and office.
- Recorded and documented vital signs for patients to ensure accurate health monitoring.
- Reported changes to client abilities, needs, and mental status to the supervisor.
- Documentation for all care provided or refused.
- Transported clients to appointments and activities, ensuring safe and timely arrivals.
HCA
1 Year 2 Months- Direct care duties serving an aged population in a home setting. The agency mostly serves the medically fragile that have challenges with mobility, memory and cognitive.
- Providing ADL services and assistance including but not limited to feeding, transfers, showers, dressing, hygiene, toileting, housekeeping, cooking and activities.
- Medication management. Pass medication to client, monitor for adverse effects, refill prescription with pharmacy, report changes to the doctor and the office
- Measured and recorded vital signs including temperature, pulse, and blood pressure for patient assessment.
- Reporting to the supervisor of any changes to persons abilities, needs and mental status
- Documentation for all care provided or refused.
- Transporting the clients to and from appointments and other activities.
Education
Continuing education
Employer sponsored
Completed the CNA training and performed skills training in a nursing home.
Completed the HCA training and performed skills training in an adult family home.
Skills
I have 5 years experience in direct care services. I hold a Certified Nursing Assistant license since 2022 and additional certifications in Developmental Delays
Mental health and Dementia. I have provided services in One-On-One care
group homes
large facilities as well as skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers.
Medication administration
Time management
First aid and safety
Behavior redirection
I have experience in PointclickCare software
careconnect and other custom computer applications.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Ablelight Group Home
03.2025 - CurrentRead More
CNA
Hallmark Manor, Federal Way, WA
09.2023 - 03.2025Read More
CNA
Trouves Saint Anns Inc, Tacoma, WA
12.2022 - 02.2025Read More
CNA
Maksu, Federal Way, WA
10.2022 - 11.2023Read More
CNA
CareForce, Federal Way, WA
03.2020 - 10.2022Read More
CNA
Fidelity Home Agency, Seattle, WA
03.2019 - 10.2022Read More
HCA
Passion Care Adult Family Home, Lake Stevens, WA
08.2018 - 10.2019Read More
Caregiver For Hire USA, LLC
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Elite Learning Institute
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Highline College
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UW Medicine
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