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Sierra CrowsBreast

Rosemount,MN

Summary

Experienced Caregiver knowledgeable about safe patient ambulation, personal grooming assistance and housekeeping. Remains current on relevant medical conditions and working with qualified healthcare staff to maximize care. Devoted to patient physical comfort and emotional support.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver

Home Helpers
03.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • 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.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.

Nursing Assistant

Sanford Medical Center
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
  • Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
  • Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
  • Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
  • Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.

Certified Medical Assistant

Touchmark Senior Living
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
  • Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, preventing adverse reactions or complications.

PCA/CMA

Edgewood Assisted Living
08.2020 - 03.2021
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
  • Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
  • Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND
05.2028

High School Diploma -

Century High School
Bismarck, ND
05.2018

Skills

  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Time Management
  • Elderly Care
  • Problem-Solving
  • Patient Care
  • Daily living assistance
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Emotional Support
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Meal Preparation
  • Compassionate Care
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Patient Companionship
  • Electronic Charting
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • End of life care
  • Bedside Care
  • Hoyer Lifting Equipment
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge

Certification


  • Nursing Assistant, Sanford Medical Center- Registration ID: 84792

Timeline

Caregiver

Home Helpers
03.2024 - Current

Nursing Assistant

Sanford Medical Center
10.2023 - 06.2024

Certified Medical Assistant

Touchmark Senior Living
08.2021 - 03.2022

PCA/CMA

Edgewood Assisted Living
08.2020 - 03.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of North Dakota

High School Diploma -

Century High School

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