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Tammie Decker

Tammie Decker

Rialto,CA

Summary

Kind Caregiver with experience addressing physical and emotional needs. Familiar with scheduling and managing appointments, coordinating household support and offering caring companionship. Well-organized with medications and physically fit to handle any client need.

Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with hands-on experience providing companionship and emotional support to residents. Well-versed in accurately documenting vital statistics and health metrics. Committed to creating positive rapport with patients and providing quality patient care.

Dedicated Direct Care Worker passionate about helping clients lead fulfilling lives by managing health-related conditions. Knowledgeable about medication administration, appointments and social activities. Well-organized and compassionate with good relationship-building skills.

Outgoing Direct Care Worker experienced with patients with disabilities and acute ailments. Well-versed in assisting patients with daily living tasks. Committed to improving patient well-being through personal care and interactive engagement.

Multi-talented Personal Care Aide with 10 years supporting patients with tasks of daily living. Skilled at caring for patients' healthcare needs, grooming, wound care and light housekeeping. Professional and clear communicator when instructing and assisting patients as well as when reporting information to supervisors.

Reliable personal care professional bringing 10 years of experience in Personal Care Assistant roles. Skilled in addressing physical and mental disabilities and monitoring needs for convalescent patients. Trusted to care for patients at varying stages of life.

Multi-talented Personal Care Aide with 10 years supporting patients with tasks of daily living. Skilled at caring for patients' healthcare needs, grooming, wound care and light housekeeping. Professional and clear communicator when instructing and assisting patients as well as when reporting information to supervisors.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

IHSS Public Authority
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
10.2021 - Current
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
  • Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
  • Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
  • Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
  • Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
  • Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
  • Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
  • Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
  • Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
  • Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
  • Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
  • Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
  • Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
  • Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
  • Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
  • Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
  • Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
  • Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
  • Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
  • Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.

Freight Conductor

Bnsf railroad
San Bernardino, CA
04.2005 - Current
  • Checked and verified freight car paperwork for accuracy.
  • Maintained records of freight cars, their cargo, and the route they traveled.
  • Communicated with dispatchers to receive instructions regarding routes and schedules.
  • Coupled railcars together in a secure manner to ensure safe transport.
  • Inspected freight cars for any damage or safety issues prior to departure.
  • Ensured that all cargo was properly loaded onto the correct train cars.
  • Followed strict safety protocols while operating switches and signals along the tracks.
  • Monitored track conditions for any obstructions or hazards which could impede travel.
  • Operated hand brakes on locomotives as needed when stopping at stations or switching tracks.
  • Assisted with unloading cargo from freight cars at final destinations.
  • Interacted with customers to answer questions about shipments and arrival times.
  • Resolved disputes between shippers and receivers concerning discrepancies in orders or delivery dates.
  • Coordinated with other members of the train crew to ensure timely departures and arrivals.
  • Provided support services during loading and unloading operations by moving equipment or supplies.
  • Inspected brakes, couplings, air hoses, signal lines, and other components of the train before departure.
  • Organized freight into appropriate categories according to weight limits and size restrictions.
  • Adhered to federal regulations governing railroad operations including speed limits, track standards.
  • Coupled air brakes and electrical connections between trains.
  • Received and followed directions from train dispatchers.
  • Produced daily [Type] reports, switch lists and train orders.
  • Managed railcar loading, unloading and switching.
  • Read and interpreted pieces in order to determine correct approaches.
  • Directed crew members by employing flag or hand signals, lantern and radio communications.
  • Interpreted various signals to start, stop and back-up train or set and release air brakes.
  • Inspected switches on daily basis.
  • Observed train movement to ascertain functionality.
  • Observed yard traffic to determine track availability to accommodate inbound and outbound traffic.
  • Communicated with dispatchers regarding trains' routes, timetables and cargoes.
  • Used hand signals to alert engineers of emergencies, stops or starts, train movement and general directions.
  • Arranged removal of defective cars from trains at stations or stops.
  • Conferred with engineers to plan regular repairs and necessary maintenance stops.
  • Operated trains, adhered to route plans and maintained operations and repair schedules.

Nutrition Services Assistant

Loma Linda Hospital
Loma Linda, CA
04.2022 - 06.2023
  • Assisted in the preparation and delivery of meals to patients according to dietary requirements.
  • Checked food temperatures during meal service, ensuring that all items were served at proper temperature.
  • Organized food storage areas and labeled products correctly for easy identification.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes, utensils, equipment, work surfaces, refrigerators, freezers and other kitchen tools.
  • Ensured compliance with health regulations related to food safety standards.
  • Conducted quality assurance checks on food production processes to ensure adherence to standards.
  • Prepared beverages such as juices or smoothies according to recipes or customer specifications.
  • Adhered to all sanitation policies while preparing meals in the kitchen area.
  • Performed daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning floors, walls and counters in order to maintain a clean working environment.
  • Greeted customers upon arrival in the dining room, taking orders promptly and accurately.
  • Carried out administrative duties including filing documents related to nutrition services operations.
  • Responded quickly to customer inquiries regarding menus or special dietary needs.
  • Operated cash registers efficiently when necessary, handling payments accurately.
  • Attended regular meetings with other staff members concerning new initiatives or changes in nutrition policies.
  • Collected dishes, loaded dishwasher and unloaded after completed cycles to keep clean dishes on-hand.
  • Helped kitchen staff by preparing items such as salads and desserts in advance.

Education

GED -

San Bernardino Adult School
San Bernardino, CA
04.2004

Skills

  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Documentation
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Patient Companionship
  • Meal Preparation
  • ADL Assistance
  • Care Plan Adherence
  • Compassionate Client Care
  • First Aid and Safety
  • Community Activities
  • Records Maintenance
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Relationship Building
  • Time Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Care Plan Management
  • Quality Program Protocols
  • Housekeeping
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Client Documentation
  • Medication and Appointment Reminders
  • Care Plan Assessment
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Patient Management
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Daily Living Assistance
  • Client Transportation
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Supportive Companionship
  • Medical Records Management
  • Patient Care

Timeline

Nutrition Services Assistant

Loma Linda Hospital
04.2022 - 06.2023

Caregiver

IHSS Public Authority
10.2021 - Current

Freight Conductor

Bnsf railroad
04.2005 - Current

GED -

San Bernardino Adult School

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