Sheliea Wiley
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Dedicated Direct Care Worker with a proven track record at New Start Youth Facility, excelling in patient care and crisis management. Expert in healthcare documentation and adept at fostering patient well-being through active listening and empathy. Achieved a significant reduction in patient injury through vigilant care and timely intervention. Skilled in CPR/AED, underscoring a commitment to client safety.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Care Worker
New Start Youth Facility
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
- Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, ensuring accurate information was readily available for healthcare providers and family members.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using appropriate de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies when necessary.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge within the direct care field through regular training sessions and workshops to ensure optimal care for each patient.
- Utilized active listening skills in order to understand each patient''s unique needs, preferences, and goals for their care plan execution.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Administered medications accurately and promptly, adhering to medication schedules and physician instructions.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
Direct Care Worker
New Horizon Resource
11.2023 - 10.2024
- Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Facilitated recreational activities for patients that promoted socialization, physical activity, and cognitive stimulation.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using appropriate de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies when necessary.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge within the direct care field through regular training sessions and workshops to ensure optimal care for each patient.
- Reduced instances of patient injury through vigilant monitoring and timely intervention in high-risk situations.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Collaborated closely with other direct care workers in coordinating seamless shift transitions pertaining to ongoing care requirements.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science of Correction Support Service
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ09-2027
Skills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Care plan assessment
- First aid and safety
- Nutrition monitoring
- Behavior redirection
- Professional boundaries
- Healthcare documentation
- Client safety and first aid
- ADL support
- First-aid and CPR
- Cooking meals
- CPR/AED
- Medical chart documentation
Certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Direct Care Worker
New Horizon Resource
11.2023 - 10.2024
Direct Care Worker
New Start Youth Facility
08.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science of Correction Support Service
University of Phoenix
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