Nikkole Dunn
Fresno,CA
Summary
Compassionate Direct Care Attendant with background in providing personal care and assistance to individuals with disabilities, elderly patients, and those recovering from surgeries. Strengths include strong communication skills, ability to perform household tasks efficiently, and knowledge of emergency response procedures. Previous work has demonstrated commitment to patient safety and well-being, while successfully maintaining a respectful, empathetic approach when handling sensitive situations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Care Attendant
Allen-Florer family Homes
Fresno, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Provided support to individuals with physical and mental disabilities by assisting them with daily living activities.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, client progress, and changes in condition.
- Monitored clients' health status, including vital signs and behaviors, to ensure safety.
- Administered medications according to doctor's orders and monitored for side effects or adverse reactions.
- Facilitated recreational activities such as games, art projects, music therapy.
- Provided emotional support by listening actively and responding compassionately to clients' concerns.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving client safety or wellbeing.
- Performed household tasks such as light housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping, meal preparation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop treatment strategies for each client's needs.
- Established positive relationships with clients while respecting their rights to privacy and autonomy.
- Reported any changes in a client's condition or environment immediately to supervisor and care coordinator.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
RN Phone Triage
Hinds Hospice
Fresno, CA
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
RN
Turn Behavioral Heath
Hanford, CA
06.2020 - 05.2023
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Participated in community outreach programs aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles among vulnerable populations.
Education
Associate of Science - RN
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Fresno03-2019
Skills
- Client Confidentiality
- First-aid and CPR
- Mobility Assistance
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Nutrition knowledge
- Housekeeping Duties
- Direct Patient Care
- Client documentation
- ADL support
- Medication Administration
- Charting and documentation
- Compassionate client care
- Recreational Activities
- State regulations knowledge
Timeline
Direct Care Attendant
Allen-Florer family Homes
09.2024 - Current
RN Phone Triage
Hinds Hospice
07.2023 - 08.2024
RN
Turn Behavioral Heath
06.2020 - 05.2023
Associate of Science - RN
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
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