Michele Keller
Bel Air,MD
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with a strong background in palliative and geriatric care. Skilled in client assessment, team collaboration, and providing emotional support to families. Committed to enhancing the quality of life through effective communication and resource education.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
WECARE Private Duty Services
Independent caregiver GNA/CNA
Baltimore, Maryland
04.2015 - Current
- Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, feeding and dressing.
- Provided vital signs monitoring and reporting.
- Reported any unusual observations or changes in patient conditions to appropriate medical staff members.
- Monitored fluid intake, output levels and reported changes to RNs, MDs.
- Supported nursing staff members with various tasks as needed.
STATE OF Maryland/ Family Support Worker 11
GNA/CNA
Elkton, Maryland
08.2014 - Current
- Facilitated workshops educating families about community resources and available services.
- Coordinated services for families, ensuring access to needed assistance and guidance.
- Conducted home visits to effectively assess family dynamics and individual needs.
- Provided emotional support to families navigating complex challenges.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate records for continuity of service delivery.
- Developed relationships with clients to foster trust and encourage open communication.
Lorien BelAir
GNA/CNA/Med TECHNICIAN
Bel Air, Maryland
03.2012 - 08.2014
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Documented patient information and test results in electronic health records system.
- Documented and updated patient data on electronic medical charts, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Observed and recorded vital signs and reported changes to physicians or nurses.
- Administered medications under physician direction following standard operating procedures.
Sunshine Services Owner/Manager
Mr. Kurt Misek
Bel Air, Maryland
01.1998 - 01.2003
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care needs.
Education
GNA/CNA/ MED TECH - Nursing Science
Baltimore Academy of Nursing Assistants
617 Stemmers Run Rd.,Essex,Md.2122101-2012
GNA/CNA - Nursing Science
Red Cross
Baltimore, MD05-1990
Graduate Certificate - Business
Pryor Business School
Towson, MD06-1983
Skills
- Communication skills
- Care coordination
- Client assessment
- Service documentation
- Resource education
- Family support
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Crisis intervention
- Palliative care
- Geriatric care
- Patient transportation
- Written communication
- Certified home health aide
- Home care aide
- Patient care
- Blood sugar monitoring
- Empathy and understanding
Certification
GNA/CNA licensed with the Maryland Board Of Nursing
Timeline
WECARE Private Duty Services
Independent caregiver GNA/CNA
04.2015 - Current
STATE OF Maryland/ Family Support Worker 11
GNA/CNA
08.2014 - Current
Lorien BelAir
GNA/CNA/Med TECHNICIAN
03.2012 - 08.2014
Sunshine Services Owner/Manager
Mr. Kurt Misek
01.1998 - 01.2003
GNA/CNA/ MED TECH - Nursing Science
Baltimore Academy of Nursing Assistants
GNA/CNA - Nursing Science
Red Cross
Graduate Certificate - Business
Pryor Business School