Lydia Burton
Springfield,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented caregiver with a proven track record in health monitoring and compassionate client care. Adept at providing emotional support and advocating for patient needs, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
The Carriages of Rochester
Rochester, IL
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to enhance their independence and comfort.
- Engaged clients in meaningful conversations to promote emotional well-being and companionship.
- Monitored clients' health status and reported changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Provided personal care assistance, including grooming and hygiene maintenance.
- Trained new caregivers on best practices for client care and household management.
- Implemented safety measures within the home to prevent accidents and ensure well-being.
- Documented daily care activities and observations in client records for continuity of care.
- Responded to emergency situations calmly and effectively, ensuring client safety.
- Maintained cleanliness and order in client living spaces to support a healthy environment.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Server
Homeplategrill
Springfield, IL
06.2022 - 05.2025
- Delivered prompt service to enhance customer dining experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in dining and kitchen areas.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely order delivery.
- Trained new team members on service standards and protocols.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively to ensure satisfaction.
- Stocked inventory regularly to prevent shortages during peak hours.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations throughout the restaurant.
- Upsold menu items to increase overall sales and enhance customer experience.
- Handled special requests and dietary restrictions with care and attention.
- Provided detailed information about menu items to assist customer choices.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Personal Care Assistant
Family Members
Springfield, IL
04.2020 - 10.2024
- I took 24 hour care of my mother whom was a cancer patient from 2020-2024 in all daily living needs and appointments.
- I took care for my grandmother with morning living needs and safely operated a lift to transfer from 2022-2024
- Provided medication reminders to clients to promote adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
Education
Glenwood High School
Chatham, ILSkills
- Personal care
- Medication administration
- Health monitoring
- Emergency response
- Client documentation
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Medication management
- Active listening
- Dementia care
- Compassionate client care
- Patient mobility assistance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Patient advocacy
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassion and empathy
- Lifting and transferring
- Documentation
- End-of-life care
Certification
- BLS Certification
- Relias Training
Timeline
Caregiver
The Carriages of Rochester
06.2025 - Current
Server
Homeplategrill
06.2022 - 05.2025
Personal Care Assistant
Family Members
04.2020 - 10.2024
Glenwood High School