Authorized to work in the US for any employer Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Care Coordinator
Suncity West Assisted Living
10.2022 - 09.2023
Schedule care staff daily assignments.
Create an maintain a 30 day rolling calendar for all healthy and wellness staff.
Med tech and caregiver when needed
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
Used company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and patient conditions.
Completed resident assessments in accordance with current regulations and guidelines.
Assure care plans are filled
Maintaining and gathering state required documents
Medication cart audits
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Medication Technician
FAIRMONT VILLAGE
09.2020 - 10.2022
Train new employees
Follow behavior care plans
Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
Assisted in maintaining conducive environment for residents by adhering to infection control policies.
Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions.
Medication Technician
The Palazzo Senior Living Community
04.2020 - 09.2020
Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Medication Technician
Amarsi
10.2019 - 04.2020
Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Direct Care Specialist
BHT, Esteem Children Services
05.2017 - 10.2019
Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict.
Facilitated groups to address specific needs such as grief and loss, anger management and social skills.
Arranged medical and psychiatric tests to identify difficulties and indicate potential remedial approaches.
Analyzed overall patient performance and recommended adjustments to care plan goals, supporting individual progression.
Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
Developed and implemented programs to support children's mental health and well-being.
Behavioral Health Paraprofessional
Delta T Group
01.2014 - 05.2017
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Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.
Completed observations of students in classroom and social situations.
Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
Recommended treatment protocols such as group therapy or rehabilitation.
Implemented and established behavior strategies by setting rules, reiterating expectations, and rewarding good behavior.
Created progress reports, assessments and charting within required timeframes.
Conducted functional behavior assessments, functional analysis, preference assessments, and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of behaviors.
Paraprofessional
Sierra Academy
08.2012 - 05.2014
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
Collaborated with parents and guardians to increase support and provide best learning environment.
Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
Education
Associate - Criminal justice
Colorado Technical University
Skills
CPR/First aid (10 years)
Health Insurance
Customer Service
Caregiving
Special Education
Supervisory experience
Knowledge of up-to-date assistive devices
Medication Administration
Developmental Disabilities Experience
Behavior Management
Medical Records
Home Care
Autism Experience
Vital Signs
Case Management
Social Work
Crisis Intervention
Meal Preparation
Patient Care
EMR Systems
Applied Behavior Analysis
Medical Terminology
Group Therapy
Behavioral health
Dementia Care
Alzheimer's care
Knowledge of up-to-date assisted devices
Classroom Management
Intake Experience
Proficient and knowledgeable in all areas computers
Certification
CPR Certification
CPR Certification
First Aid Certification
Certified Medication Technician
Additional Information
Other
, Fingerprint Clearance Card
CPR/First aid
Certified med tech