Highly trained professional talented in healthcare. Analytical problem-solver seeking home health care provider position to apply expertise and enhance care. I'm a Dedicated health care provider who brings 5+ years of background visiting patients in-home and conducting physical assessments, dressing wounds and assisting with bathing and grooming activities. Polite and courteous professional with in-depth knowledge of CPR and first aid. Committed to collaborating with physicians and families to provide quality patient care. I'm a organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
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Taviana Mckinley
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Overview
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Instead Senior Care HomeHouston, TX
Home Health Care Provider
10.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules and transporting to and from medical appointments.
- 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.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated
- Facilitated calls to and from field staff to resolve issues and address concerns
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions
- Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings
- Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules and transporting to and from medical appointments
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support
- Administered medication as directed by physician
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness
- Guided staff in documentation processes required for clinical outcomes
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals
Allied Universal Security ServicesNaperville, IL
Security Guard Officer
08.2019 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Secured personal and company goods against robbery, vandalism and illegal entry.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds and work sites.
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Reviewed camera and system feeds and alerted proper respondents regarding discrepancies.
- Reported irregularities such as fire and safety hazards to maintenance.
- Contacted law enforcement in case of unauthorized persons, documents and materials.
- Identified violators and escorted departing personnel to guard against theft of property.
- Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Secured personal and company goods against robbery, vandalism and illegal entry
- Oversaw entry and exit of up to 20-30 employees and visitors daily
CornerstoneJoliet, IL
Direct Support Professional
05.2017 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Minimized injuries to staff or patients through support or restraint to control patient movements.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Joliet TerraceJoliet, IL
Activity Aide
08.2016 - 03.2017
Job overview
- Visited with residents to enhance sensory stimulation and reality orientation and meet individual needs as outlined in activity care plan.
- Planned and implemented activity programs, special events and outings for residents to improve cognitive functions and emotional and mental health.
- Identified appropriate films and documentaries to be shown at movie day.
- Explained rules for games so all parties understood how to take part in entertainment.
- Documented daily activities and intake in nursing notes, care plans and communication books to fulfill state requirements.
- Reported hazardous conditions to supervisor or nurse to maximize safety and well-being of residents.
- Encouraged full participation in activities from all attendees, which helped drive excitement.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment and other special events.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups and personal attention.
Jewels OscoJoliet, IL
Deli Worker
12.2015 - 08.2016
Job overview
- Listened to customer requests and suggested additional menu items as appropriate to upsell products.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Opened new inventory and rotated stock by dates to maintain freshness.
- Listened carefully to customer instructions and prepared orders according to those preferences.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Carefully prepared orders by slicing, weighing and packaging cheeses and meats and accurately calculated prices.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
Taco Bell Shorewood, IL
Fast Food Employee
04.2015 - 12.2015
Job overview
- Restocked workstations with supplies and food display cases with fresh selections to decrease customer waiting during busy periods.
- Wiped counters and sanitized equipment to maintain clean food prep and dining areas.
- Greeted customers promptly and took orders to keep flow of traffic moving.
- Followed food safety procedures outlined in company policies and health and sanitation regulations to prevent food borne illness.
- Processed orders on POS system and accepted cash and charge payments.
- Reduced customer wait times by quickly operating customer window and sales register.
Education
Joliet High SchoolJoliet, IL
GED
05.2018
University Overview
Skills
- Patient Care
- Cleaning
- Care Plan Assessment
- Dementia Knowledge
- Home Health Care
- Bathing
- Patient Bathing
- First Aid and Safety
- Progress documentation
- Team building
- Data Entry
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Problem-Solving
- Excellent Communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Flexible and Adaptable
Timeline
Home Health Care Provider
Home Instead Senior Care Home
10.2021 - Current
Security Guard Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
08.2019 - 06.2021
Direct Support Professional
Cornerstone
05.2017 - 06.2019
Activity Aide
Joliet Terrace
08.2016 - 03.2017
Deli Worker
Jewels Osco
12.2015 - 08.2016
Fast Food Employee
Taco Bell
04.2015 - 12.2015
Joliet High School
GED
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