Lynette Bjerkness
Highlands Ranch,CO
Summary
Compassionate caregiver skilled in patient care and medication monitoring. Proven ability to develop personalized care plans and train new staff, ensuring high-quality support for clients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Care Provider
Golden Time Personal Care
7955 E. Arapahoe Court Ste Centennial 80112
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care and progress, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Communicated effectively with clients and families to understand needs and preferences.
- Provided companionship to enhance emotional well-being and reduce feelings of isolation.
- Administered medications as prescribed, monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans for clients.
- Assisted in transporting clients to appointments, ensuring their safety and punctuality.
- Adapted caregiving techniques based on individual client requirements and feedback received.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
Qualified Medication Administration Personnel
Montage Ridge
12791 W. Alameda PKWY
12.2022 - 11.2024
- 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.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Caregiver/ Qmap
Brookdale
3790 W. Quincey Ave
04.2019 - 11.2022
- Provided compassionate care and support to residents, enhancing their daily living experiences.
- Assisted with medication management, ensuring adherence to prescribed schedules and protocols.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals and family members.
- Trained and mentored new caregivers, promoting best practices in resident care techniques.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Westwood
Denver, CO05-2010
Skills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Patient care
- Meal preparation
- Housekeeping
- First aid and safety
- Vital signs monitoring
- Recording vital signs
- Alzheimer's care
- Medication monitoring
- End-of-life care
- Toileting assistance
- Fall prevention
- Light exercise assistance
Certification
- HCA - Home Care Aide
- HHA - Home Health Aide
Timeline
Home Care Provider
Golden Time Personal Care
09.2025 - Current
Qualified Medication Administration Personnel
Montage Ridge
12.2022 - 11.2024
Caregiver/ Qmap
Brookdale
04.2019 - 11.2022
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Westwood