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Education
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Certification
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Sierra Dodd

Sierra Dodd

Lake Saint Louis,MO

Summary

Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at Visiting Angels and Behavior Intervention Services, skilled in developing personalized care plans and providing compassionate support. Proven ability in time management and emotional support, enhancing client independence and well-being. Strong documentation skills ensure accurate health monitoring and effective communication with families and healthcare professionals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver

Visiting Angels
02.2025 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Monitored and documented client health conditions, reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with families and medical staff.
  • Provided emotional support, fostering positive relationships with clients and families.
  • Trained new caregivers on procedures, enhancing team efficiency and service quality.
  • Implemented time management strategies to optimize care schedules for multiple clients.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment, complying with health regulations and best practices.
  • Advocated for client needs during meetings with healthcare providers, ensuring comprehensive care support.
  • 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.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • 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.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
  • 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.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.

Direct Support Professional

Behavior Intervention Services
11.2022 - Current
  • Facilitated daily living activities to enhance client independence and quality of life.
  • Developed and implemented individualized support plans tailored to client needs.
  • Monitored behavioral patterns, providing timely interventions to ensure safety and well-being.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize care strategies and outcomes.
  • Trained new staff on best practices for client engagement and support techniques.
  • Documented all interactions meticulously, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and agency protocols.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
  • Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
  • Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
  • Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.

Direct Support Professional

Arc Of The Ozarks
05.2022 - 09.2022
  • Facilitated daily living activities to enhance client independence and quality of life.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized support plans.
  • Monitored client behavior, documenting progress and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Trained new staff on effective communication strategies and behavioral intervention techniques.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
  • Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
  • Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.

Education

No Degree - Nursing

Saint Charles Community College
Saint Charles, MO

No Degree - Nursing

Saint Louis Community College
St. Louis, MO

Associate of Science - Nursing

Southwest Baptist University
Springfield, MO
12-2027

High School Diploma -

Parkview High School
Springfield, MO
05-2021

Skills

  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Time management
  • Elderly care
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Patient care
  • Daily living assistance
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Emotional support
  • Housekeeping
  • Strong ethics
  • Meal preparation
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Relationship building
  • Flexible schedule
  • Compassionate care
  • First aid and safety
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • Patient companionship
  • Dementia care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Team collaboration
  • Medication and appointment reminders
  • Supportive companionship
  • Direct patient care
  • Behavioral management
  • Medication management
  • Documentation
  • COVID-19 safety policies
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Heavy lifting
  • Special needs care
  • Mobility assistance
  • Client documentation

Certification

-Abuse and Neglect

-Bloodborne Pathogens

-HIPAA

-Observe, Record and Report

-HCBS

-Confidentiality

-Comprehensive Policies and Procedures

-Employee Handbook Agreement

-Seizure Acknowledgement

-Health Inventory

-Driver's Safety

-Transmission Based Precaution

-FWA Training

-EMT

-CPR

-MANDT

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Caregiver

Visiting Angels
02.2025 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Behavior Intervention Services
11.2022 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Arc Of The Ozarks
05.2022 - 09.2022

No Degree - Nursing

Saint Charles Community College

No Degree - Nursing

Saint Louis Community College

Associate of Science - Nursing

Southwest Baptist University

High School Diploma -

Parkview High School

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