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Penny Isaacs

Hoopeston,IL

Summary

Compassionate professional focused on helping clients maintain personal hygiene and assisting with activities of daily living. Skilled in preparing meals, maintaining organized living spaces and documenting behaviors. Committed to emotional and social support to promote overall wellness.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Health Aide

Home staff
Chicago, Illinois
12.2023 - Current
  • Participated in developing individualized care plans based on medical orders and assessments.
  • Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
  • Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
  • Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.

Private Caregiver ( PA for My Disabled Son

Penny Isaacs
Hoopeston, Illinois
08.1996 - Current
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to patients during difficult times.
  • Conducted regular safety assessments of homes in order to identify any potential hazards that could cause harm.
  • Administered prescribed medications according to physician instructions and monitored for adverse reactions.

Homecare/Certified Home Hospice Aide

Oasis medical staffing
Bourbonnais, Illinois
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans and goals.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided according to state regulations and agency policies and procedures.
  • Completed documentation accurately and timely according to standards set by regulatory agencies.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families by listening compassionately and responding appropriately to their concerns.

Light Construction

Doug smith
Bradley, IL
08.2021 - 07.2023
  • Prepared construction sites by clearing away debris and hazardous materials.
  • Coordinated with subcontractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Assisted in the assembly of scaffolding, ladders, and other equipment to ensure safe work conditions.
  • Performed demolition tasks using a variety of tools such as sledgehammers, saws, drills.
  • Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
  • Sustained safety protocols to maintain secure, proper handling of equipment and materials.
  • Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
  • Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.

Direct Support Professional

Whipping Pines South
Carney , Michigan
08.2016 - 01.2017
  • Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
  • Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
  • Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
  • Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
  • Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
  • Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
  • Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
  • Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Urbana High School
Urbana, IL
06-2003

Some College (No Degree) - Human Services

Kaplan College - Texas
San Antonio, TX

Skills

  • Client documentation
  • Progress Documentation
  • Patient transportation
  • Behavioral Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Care plan assessment
  • Toileting assistance
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • First aid and safety
  • Patient Care
  • Housekeeping
  • Mobility support
  • IL Driver's License

Certification

CPR Certifed

Homecare certifed IL

Timeline

Home Health Aide

Home staff
12.2023 - Current

Homecare/Certified Home Hospice Aide

Oasis medical staffing
01.2023 - 08.2023

Light Construction

Doug smith
08.2021 - 07.2023

Direct Support Professional

Whipping Pines South
08.2016 - 01.2017

Private Caregiver ( PA for My Disabled Son

Penny Isaacs
08.1996 - Current

High School Diploma -

Urbana High School

Some College (No Degree) - Human Services

Kaplan College - Texas

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