Tacayla Payne
Danville,VA
Summary
Experienced personal care aide seeking new opportunities to develop skills and contribute to the well-being of individuals in need. Strong background in providing compassionate and personalized care, dedicated to enhancing quality of life for those served. Seeking a position to utilize expertise in personal care while offering room for professional growth and advancement. Committed to maintaining a high standard of care and fostering meaningful connections with clients, eager to make a positive impact in a new role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
Alpha Healthcare
2024.08 - Current
- Assist with personal care and hygiene, plan and prepare meals and help with physical therapy exercises, Data Entry, and perform housekeeping duties
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Crew Member/Cashier
McDonald's
2022.09 - Current
- Cashier and customer service
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Assisted other team members to achieve goals.
- Trained new team members on procedures, customer service, and sales techniques.
- Helped maintain a clean and welcoming dining area for customers, boosting overall satisfaction during their visit.
PCA Personal Care Assistant
Peace Haven
2021.09 - 2022.10
- Provided personalized care and assistance to patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being
- Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and medication management
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients by regularly sanitizing equipment and living areas
- Supported patients in mobility exercises, transfers, and ambulation to promote physical health
- Managed meal preparation according to dietary restrictions and assisted with feeding when necessary
- Collaborated with nurses and doctors to provide comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient's needs
- Offered emotional support and companionship to patients during difficult times or periods of isolation
- Ensured proper infection control protocols were followed at all times for the safety of both patients and staff members
- Attended training sessions on various medical conditions to enhance knowledge base
- Participated actively in interdisciplinary team meetings discussing patient progress
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with diverse populations
Education
Langston Focus School
Danville, VA07.2021
Skills
- Alzheimer's Care
- Kitchen Experience
- Meal Preparation
- Home Care
- Leadership
- Caregiving
- Personal Assistant Experience
- Sales
- Dementia Care
- Babysitting
- Nannying
- Laundry
- Senior Care
- Nursing
- Cooking
- Cleaning Experience
Certification
- Personal Care Assistant, 10/01/18, Present
- Driver's License, 7/23/24, 10/14/31
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
Alpha Healthcare
2024.08 - Current
Crew Member/Cashier
McDonald's
2022.09 - Current
PCA Personal Care Assistant
Peace Haven
2021.09 - 2022.10
Langston Focus School