Taja Chandler
Cahokia Heights,IL
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at Support Systems, enhancing residents' quality of life through effective communication and engaging activities. Skilled in medication distribution and conflict resolution, I foster trust and safety while ensuring compliance with health standards. Proven ability to train staff and improve operational efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Caretaker
Private Home
Belleville IL
04.2020 - 03.2025
- Provided compassionate care to residents, assisting with daily tasks such as meal preparation and personal grooming.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Developed strong relationships with residents and families, fostering trust and open communication.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Maintained accurate records of activities, incidents, and resident information for regulatory compliance.
- Improved resident satisfaction by promptly addressing maintenance requests and ensuring a clean living environment.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of recreational events for residents, promoting social engagement and wellbeing.
- Managed medication schedules and refills, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatments and therapies.
- Managed medication schedules for residents to ensure timely and accurate administration.
- Increased resident satisfaction, listening to feedback and making necessary adjustments.
- Performed daily routines and activities for clients, including meal preparation, medication reminders, and hygiene assistance.
- Addressed emergency situations with calm and efficiency, ensuring resident safety.
Activities Assistant
Bria of Cahokia
Cahokia Heghts
06.2014 - 09.2020
- Improved property security with implementation of updated surveillance system.
- Cultivated environment of respect and empathy through exemplary leadership.
- Developed garden area for residents, enhancing their outdoor enjoyment and activity options.
- Implemented volunteer program, increasing community engagement and support for residents.
Direct Support Professional
Support Systems
Belleville IL
04.2015 - 03.2022
- Facilitated supportive community atmosphere, fostering strong relationships among residents.
- Improved communication with families, providing regular updates on their loved ones' care.
- Enhanced residents' quality of life by organizing weekly social activities and outings.
- Negotiated with vendors for better rates on supplies, reducing operational costs.
- Trained new staff members, ensuring high standard of care across team.
Education
Medical Assistant - Health And Wellness
Saint Louis College of Heath Careers
Saint Louis, MI07.2016
Skills
- Housekeeping tasks
- Personal care
- Safety awareness
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene maintenance
- Medication distribution
- Nutrition monitoring
- Adaptable problem-solving
- Transportation assistance
- Mobility support
- Healthcare coordination
- OSHA requirements
- Patient assistance
- Health and safety compliance
- Team coordination
- Conflict resolution
- Decision-making
- Timekeeping
- Problem-solving
- Employee training and development
- Microsoft office
- Team guidance and motivation
- Inventory monitoring
Timeline
Caretaker
Private Home
04.2020 - 03.2025
Direct Support Professional
Support Systems
04.2015 - 03.2022
Activities Assistant
Bria of Cahokia
06.2014 - 09.2020
Medical Assistant - Health And Wellness
Saint Louis College of Heath Careers