Dedicated professional with extensive experience at Dungarvin, excelling in patient care and team collaboration. Proven ability to monitor vital signs and provide compassionate support, enhancing client well-being. Recognized for reliability and effective communication, fostering trust and rapport with clients and families. Committed to continuous improvement and professional development in caregiving.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
DSP
Dungarvin
Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
Program Director
Dungarvin
Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
Mentored team members for professional development, resulting in increased productivity and job satisfaction.
Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
Monitored programming trends to keep content relevant and up-to-date.
Oversaw staff schedules and assignments to handle programming demands.
Designed customized training programs to enhance staff knowledge and skills in key areas of responsibility.
Collaborated with various teams to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions, and offer guidance.
Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
Hsp
Dungarvin
Pikeville, KY
04.2020 - 06.2024
Transported Individuals to their appointments
Picked up their medication from the pharmacy
made sure they had enough medication to do them for the month.
Cook
Knott County Board Of Education
Hindman, KY
08.2011 - 01.2018
Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Cashier
Double Kwik
Hindman, Ky
07.2015 - 08.2017
Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
CNA
Paul E. Patton East Ky Veteran Center
Hazard, KY
09.2002 - 03.2010
Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.