Taylor Knight
East Peoria,IL
Summary
Accomplished Direct Support Professional Caregiver at Apostolic Christian LifePoints, adept in patient care and emotional support, significantly enhancing client wellness and team cohesion. Expert in disability awareness and managing patient behaviors, ensuring 100% documentation accuracy for continuous care. Renowned for building trusting relationships and providing compassionate care, achieving positive patient outcomes. Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating a trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Apostolic Christian LifePoints
11.2022 - Current
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep the healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Managed challenging situations with empathy, patience, and effective problem-solving skills leading to positive outcomes for both clients and team members.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL05.2026
High School Diploma -
East Peoria Community High School
East Peoria, IL05.2022
Skills
- Disability Awareness
- Emotional Support
- Patient Care
- Behavior redirection
- Time Management
- Patient Management
- Dementia Care
- Relationship Building
- Patient Companionship
- Compassionate Care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Apostolic Christian LifePoints
11.2022 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Illinois Central College
High School Diploma -
East Peoria Community High School
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
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