Compassionate Certified Nurse Aide with a proven track record at Homeinstead Senior Care, enhancing patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication. Skilled in patient assessments and crisis intervention, I excel in fostering a supportive environment while promoting independent living skills and ensuring adherence to treatment plans.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nurse Aide/ Caregiver
Homeinstead Senior Care
10.2021 - Current
Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to patients with various illnesses and disabilities.
Aided in the development of individualized care plans by accurately documenting observations on each patient''s condition daily.
Ensured optimal nutrition intake for patients with dietary restrictions or difficulties swallowing by closely monitoring meal consumption and offering appropriate food alternatives when necessary.
Contributed to an efficient healthcare team by effectively communicating with nurses, doctors, and other medical professionals about patient needs.
Residential Counselor
Babcock Centers of South Carolina
08.2007 - 06.2008
Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
Residential Counselor
State Of Louisiana Department Of Social Services
04.1996 - 08.2005
Developed strong rapport with residents through empathetic listening and compassionate communication strategies.
Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring the safety of all residents while adhering to established protocols.
Developed and maintained relationships with community resources to provide additional support services.
Coordinated recreational activities for residents, fostering social interaction and positive group dynamics.
Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans, improving residents'' progress.
Conducted regular check-ins with residents to monitor progress, address concerns, and provide ongoing support.
Assisted residents in adhering to treatment plans by setting up medical appointments, arranging transportation, coordinating services, and providing emotional support.
Provided guidance to new Residential Counselors during their onboarding process, supporting successful integration into the team environment.
Delivered targeted interventions for individual residents based on their specific needs and treatment objectives.
Implemented behavior modification techniques designed to promote positive change in residents'' lives.
Documented resident interactions thoroughly, maintaining accurate records for case management purposes.
Communicated behavior choices to residents by outlining positive and negative consequences of choices.
Assisted residents in achieving personal goals by facilitating access to community resources and services.
Resolved conflicts by performing in-time crisis intervention and enforcing discipline and behavior metrics.