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.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Stay At Home Care, LLC
Milford, CT
04.2025 - Current
Business Owner
Aces Professional Cleaning
Stratford, CT
06.2018 - 03.2020
Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
Completed routine floor maintenance and vacuum common living spaces and bedrooms.
Ordered and stocked cleaning supplies based on current workload and upcoming jobs.
Handled equipment, chemicals and materials properly and with caution.
Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
Categorized laundry received by clients based upon type and standard of fabric.
Delivered quality customer service to address urgent needs and cleaning requests.
Worked alongside other cleaners to complete sizable jobs in corporate office buildings.
Cleaned, vacuumed and dusted all areas of Type building to maintain organized, professional appearance for employees.
Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing and vacuuming.
Performed daily checklists throughout facilities, including cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
Promoted building security by locking doors and checking electrical appliances for safety hazards.
Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.
Followed safety
Established and maintained clean and comfortable environments in Type buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows and dusting.
RCA
Carriage Green
Milford, CT
06.2012 - 09.2015
Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to RN or Doctor on call
Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
Recorded vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff.
Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals
Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
Checked vital signs on 2 hours basis and contacted RN/Doctor regarding any patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
Investigated, documented and submitted information to Quality Department about special incidents, events and complaints.
Shopped for groceries regularly in order to keep house stocked with necessities.
Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
Performed household tasks such as laundry, dusting, washing dishes and vacuuming.
Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Helped clients with hygiene-related tasks such as brushing teeth, bathing, grooming and toileting.
Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Ran errands for customers, including shopping, and picking up other necessities.
Delivered and served meals and provided other dining needs, including help with consuming food.
Followed residence's service plan and provided assistance with toileting, bathing, dressing, oral hygiene and other daily living tasks.
Assisted over 30 elderly, convalescents and disabled residents with daily living activities in residential care facilities.
Escorted residents to community activities and games and encouraged participation.
Conversed with assigned residents to determine emotional and physical state of being and reported changes to resident services director.
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
CNA
Lord Chamberlain Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Stratford, CT
06.2006 - 10.2010
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
Used hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts to complete tasks and transport items.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Education
Certified Nurses Aid - Certified Nurses Aid Certificate
Training Direct, LLC
Bridgeport, CT
11.2004
High School Diploma - General Studies
Bunnell High School
Stratford, CT
06.2003
Skills
Patient care
Personal hygiene assistance
Meal preparation
Safety protocols
Mobility assistance
Effective communication
Emotional support
Problem solving
Compassionate client care
Daily living activities assistance
Timeline
Caregiver
Stay At Home Care, LLC
04.2025 - Current
Business Owner
Aces Professional Cleaning
06.2018 - 03.2020
RCA
Carriage Green
06.2012 - 09.2015
CNA
Lord Chamberlain Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
06.2006 - 10.2010
Certified Nurses Aid - Certified Nurses Aid Certificate