Nakia Dickerson-Gore
Peekskill,NY
Summary
Dedicated Home Health Aide skilled in supporting clients with professional communication and superior organization skills. Advanced knowledge of clerical functions, project support, schedule management and customer service. Quick learner accomplished in solving problems through critical thinking and handling conflicting priorities with concise time management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Unlimited Care LLC Agency
Peekskill, NY
03.2022 - Current
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises and assisted with daily physical therapy routines.
- Monitored and documented clients' development through regular observations
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Entertained, conversed with or read aloud to patients to maintain mental health and alertness.
- Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction.
- Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans.
- Maintained updated records and safeguarded patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
- Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading, and board games.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices or on other trips outside home.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and assisted with errands.
- Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
Bus Driver
Royal Coach Limousine
Yonkers, NY
04.2014 - 12.2016
- Ensured safety of students by following all traffic laws and regulations.
- Maintained bus cleanliness, inspected for mechanical problems, and reported any issues to supervisor.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of the bus according to established procedures.
- Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
- Followed all safety protocols when transporting students with special needs or disabilities.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student transportation issues.
- Reported student behavior incidents promptly to the appropriate personnel.
- Developed positive relationships with students through friendly interactions.
- Managed time efficiently so that routes are completed within allotted timespan.
- Attended staff meetings and training sessions regularly for professional development purposes.
- Followed schedules and routes to maintain timely arrivals and departures.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Transported students and teachers on school activity trips while exercising responsible leadership.
Education
High School Diploma -
Continental Academy
Miramar, FL01-2007
Skills
- Care Plan Management
- Progress Documentation
- Patient transportation
- Care plan assessment
- Nutritional meal preparation
Affiliations
I love reading and listening to music and family time
Certification
- Certificate of Completion PCA December 05, 2023
- Certificate of Completion Home Health Aide January 04, 2024
- Certificate of Completion Certified Nurse Aide Program April 21, 2024
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Unlimited Care LLC Agency
03.2022 - Current
Bus Driver
Royal Coach Limousine
04.2014 - 12.2016
- Certificate of Completion PCA December 05, 2023
- Certificate of Completion Home Health Aide January 04, 2024
- Certificate of Completion Certified Nurse Aide Program April 21, 2024
High School Diploma -
Continental Academy
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