Rashida Taylor
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Compassionate caregiver dedicated to enhancing patient comfort and quality of life. Skilled in medication administration, personalized care planning, and effective communication with families. Committed to providing dependable support and emotional companionship.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver/Housemanager
Private Home
Carmel, IN
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored health conditions effectively.
- Developed and maintained personalized care plans to meet individual client needs.
- Collaborated with family members to communicate updates on client progress.
- Trained new caregivers on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of client care and reported changes in behavior or health.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in plans or circumstances without compromising on quality or results.
- Established an atmosphere of trust, respect, and professionalism within the household, fostering a positive environment for both family members and staff.
- Strategically delegated responsibilities among staff according to individual strengths and abilities in order to maximize overall performance.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for the family, ensuring seamless transitions between locations and accommodations.
- Ensured smooth operation of transportation logistics, scheduling maintenance and coordinating daily travel plans.
- Scheduled and prioritized tasks to staff, overseeing work completion.
CNA
Senior1Care
Carmel, IN
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity during daily activities.
- Assisted with medication administration, adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in resident health status to nursing staff.
- Facilitated communication between residents and families, enhancing overall satisfaction with care services.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities and observations in electronic health records system.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Family Caregiver
Private Household
Indianapolis, IN
10.2020 - 03.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in condition to family members and healthcare professionals.
- Coordinated scheduling of medical appointments and transportation for family member's healthcare needs.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment.
- Educated family on caregiving techniques to enhance comfort and improve quality of life.
- Assisted with taking family member to doctor appointments.
- Served as a dedicated advocate for family member's needs when interacting with healthcare professionals or insurance companies.
- Facilitated open communication between family members and healthcare providers, fostering collaborative decision-making regarding family member's care.
- Provided end-of-life care and support for family member, ensuring dignity, comfort, and emotional closure during difficult times.
- Enhanced quality of life for family member with Alzheimer's by implementing cognitive stimulation activities tailored to individual needs.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted family member by administering medications.
- Turned and positioned bedbound family member to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in family member's health status to hospice staff.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted family member with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help family member achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Training Coordinator
Senior1Care
Carmel, IN
06.2018 - 10.2020
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff development and compliance adherence.
- Coordinated scheduling of training sessions to optimize attendance.
- Assessed training needs through surveys and feedback to enhance program effectiveness.
- Facilitated onboarding processes, ensuring new hires received essential training materials and support.
- Monitored trainee progress, providing guidance to improve performance and retention rates.
- Evaluated and updated training materials based on industry trends and regulatory changes.
- Provided ongoing coaching and mentoring support for employees seeking professional growth and development.
- Developed engaging instructional materials, including presentations, handouts, and interactive activities.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives, making adjustments as needed to optimize results.
- Delivered high-quality classroom instruction using a variety of teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Facilitated communication between trainers and participants before and after sessions to ensure clear expectations and follow-up support were provided as needed.
- Conducted thorough needs assessments to identify skill gaps and develop appropriate training solutions.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Trained and mentored various, new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
- Assisted RN in classroom setting (classroom work) as well as clinical setting to prepare students for the state board.
CNA
Senior1Care
Carmel, IN
07.2016 - 06.2018
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and compliance standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to a safe environment for residents and staff.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Supported needs of 16 + residents under long-term care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity during daily activities.
- Facilitated communication between residents and families, enhancing overall satisfaction with care services.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities and observations in electronic health records system.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Housekeeper
Self-employeed
Indianapolis, IN
05.2006 - 06.2016
- Managed comprehensive cleaning tasks for residential properties, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and order.
- Developed efficient cleaning schedules to optimize time and resources across multiple client locations.
- Conducted thorough inspections of completed work to ensure adherence to quality standards and client satisfaction.
- Enhanced customer relationships through clear communication and personalized service tailored to individual needs.
- Resolved client concerns promptly, fostering trust and long-term loyalty through proactive service adjustments.
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Cleaned and stocked rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Maintained a spotless environment for homeowners through diligent daily housekeeping tasks.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work schedule according to homeowners needs.
- Assisted homeowners with things such as: house sitting, pet sitting, daycare needs, packing and moving assistance etc.
Education
Legacy CNA Training School
Carmel06-2018
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Patient care
- Multitasking and organization
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Basic housekeeping
- Housekeeping
- Meal preparation
- Relationship building
- Compassionate care
- Flexible schedule
- Patient companionship
- Dementia care
- Alzheimer's care
- Direct patient care
- Documentation
- Medication administration
- Behavior redirection
- ADL assistance
- End-of-life care
Timeline
Caregiver/Housemanager
Private Home
06.2024 - Current
CNA
Senior1Care
06.2022 - 06.2024
Family Caregiver
Private Household
10.2020 - 03.2022
Training Coordinator
Senior1Care
06.2018 - 10.2020
CNA
Senior1Care
07.2016 - 06.2018
Housekeeper
Self-employeed
05.2006 - 06.2016
Legacy CNA Training School