Melissa K Guthrie
Purvis,MS
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with expertise in personal care, effective communication, and client assessment. Proven ability to maintain safety protocols and foster client independence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Home Instead
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
05.2018 - 09.2025
- Supported clients in daily living activities and personal care to promote independence.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Delivered companionship and emotional support to improve client mental health and well-being.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Ensured clean and safe environment for clients, enhancing comfort and safety.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Documented client progress and changes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Riverdale High School
Jefferson, La. 05-1975
Skills
- Client assessment
- Care plan assessment
- Personal care
- Personal hygiene support
- Nutritional planning
- Risk assessment
- Safety protocols
- Incident reporting
- Record keeping
- Documentation
- Time management
- Environmental safety
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
Timeline
Caregiver
Home Instead
05.2018 - 09.2025
High School Diploma -
Riverdale High School