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Rita Atkin-Matthews

West Valley City,UT

Summary

Dedicated professional with a compassionate approach and a proven track record at Atlas Advocacy Services, adept in daily living assistance and fostering emotional support. Excelled in creating engaging learning environments as a Preschool Teacher at C St. Development Center, enhancing child development through interactive activities. Demonstrates exceptional verbal communication and patient advocacy, ensuring high-quality care and educational outcomes.

Overview

2023
2023
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Atlas Advocacy Services
  • 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.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • 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.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • 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.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.

Preschool Teacher

C St. Development Center
02.2015 - 03.2022
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.

Skills

  • Daily living assistance
  • Housekeeping
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • First aid and safety
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • Compassionate communication
  • Documentation
  • Client documentation
  • Behavior redirection
  • Care plan assessment
  • End of life care
  • Physical therapy support
  • Daily living activities assistance
  • Autism support
  • Emotional Support
  • Cooking meals
  • Errands
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Childcare experience
  • Wound care maintenance
  • CPR/AED
  • Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
  • Reliability
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Physical Strength
  • Bedside manner
  • Team building
  • Housekeeping Duties
  • Professionalism
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Medical appointment scheduling
  • Client assessment
  • Personal hygiene
  • Toileting assistance
  • Nutritional guidance
  • Health and dignity assurance
  • Disability care
  • Shopping and errands
  • Cook healthy meals
  • Proper phone etiquette

Timeline

Preschool Teacher

C St. Development Center
02.2015 - 03.2022

Caregiver

Atlas Advocacy Services
Rita Atkin-Matthews