Michaela Sullivan
Croghan,NY
Summary
My name is Michaela Sullivan I am 32 years old I have delivered exceptional support in health services for over 13 years. Attained CNA certification in 2016 and excelled in related positions. Enhanced team efficiency through proactive management and strategic planning. Cultivated strong relationships that significantly improved team collaboration and communication. Recognized for reliability and dedication, contributing to overall organizational success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Anna Kloster
Lowville, NY
01.2024 - 02.2026
- Provided compassionate personal care to clients, enhancing overall quality of life.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity for clients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in health status to healthcare professionals.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with families and medical teams.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments, improving access to healthcare services.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and care activities for compliance purposes.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
SENIOR DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
Lowville, Ny
09.2019 - 01.2024
- Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respirations.
- Changed bed linens and performed incidental cleaning services.
- Documented delivery of quality care in client's clinical record.
- Administered medications to patients based upon physician or nurse guidelines.
- Identified changes in client status or needs and communicated to supervisor.
- Responded promptly and positively to client requests for assistance.
- Maintained records of services performed and condition of patients.
- Participated in case reviews, consulted with team caring for client, to evaluate client's needs and plan for continuing services.
- Prepared and maintained records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager and supervisor.
- Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
- Prepared and maintained records of client progress and performed services.
- Provided clients with communication assistance, typing correspondence and obtaining information for them.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for clients.
- Assisted with self care needs of patient
- Scanning and reviewing of all records and sending to proper department needed.
SELF DIRECTION SUPPORT WORKER
RCIL
Lowville, Ny
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Billing
- Recording of monthly summary
- Assisted with household chores and goals
- Assisted with errands needed by client
HOME HEALTH AIDE
Home Healthcare
Lowville, Ny
11.2017 - 08.2019
- Prepared beds and changed linens, maximizing patient comfort.
- Provided catheter care by emptying and recording intake and output.
- Recorded patient information, notifying nursing staff of changing or unusual conditions.
- Transported patients to bathroom and provided incontinent care.
- Followed procedures regarding infection prevention and control and handling of hazardous waste.
- Monitored patient condition by taking measurements of temperature and blood pressure.
- Reviewed individualized care plans to drive continuity and consistency of care.
- Turned non-ambulatory patients regularly, supporting comfort and preventing bedsores.
- Advised on nutrition and housekeeping, supporting activities of daily living.
- Provided support and personal services, enabling patients to stay in homes.
- Assisted patients with bathing and grooming to encourage personal hygiene.
- Helped family members transport patients, teaching methods to lift and re-position.
- Performed variety of duties as requested by client, such as obtaining household supplies and running errands.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
BRCSD
Beaver Falls, NY06.2013
Skills
- Attentive To People
- Service Documentation
- Problem Identification
- Independent Living
- Personal Care Assistance
- Data Entry
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Meal Planning
- Dietary Requirements
- Treatment Protocols
- Client Observations
- Status Updates
- Patient Health Information Privacy
- Patient File Updates
- Charting Medication Administration
- Recording Vitals
- Data Reports
- Medical Documentation
- Monthly Inventory
- Infection Prevention And Control
- Household Management
- Overseeing Daily Activities
- Vitals Monitoring And Documentation
- Daily Living Skills Instruction
- Purchasing Supplies
- Appointment Transportation
- Ability To Lift
- IEP Documentation
- First Aid Certification
- Meal Cooking
- Developmental Disabilities
- Household Cleaning
- Ability To Lift Clients
Certification
- CPR
- CNA
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Anna Kloster
01.2024 - 02.2026
SELF DIRECTION SUPPORT WORKER
RCIL
07.2020 - 04.2022
SENIOR DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
09.2019 - 01.2024
HOME HEALTH AIDE
Home Healthcare
11.2017 - 08.2019
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
BRCSD