Tellisha Frankhouser
Ketchikan,AK
Summary
Experienced with providing compassionate and effective support to individuals. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills to build trust and create positive outcomes. Knowledge of best practices in individualized care and support, ensuring client needs are met with sensitivity and professionalism.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Individual Support Specialist
Consumer Direct Personal Care
09.2016 - 09.2019
- Provided transportation and assisted clients in daily activities
- Prompted clients with chores and errands
- Encouraged social interaction and companionship
- Maintained detailed ORCA notes and reported progress
- Delivered exceptional assisted living support
Individual Support Specialist
HOPE Community Resources
12.2014 - 09.2016
- Supported clients with personal care needs
- Facilitated community outings and activities
- Promoted independence and social engagement
- Documented daily reports and progress notes
- Delivered compassionate and patient-centered care
Certified Nursing Assistant
Peace Health
03.2014 - 08.2014
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Caregiver
Classen Home Health
12.2011 - 12.2012
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, including grooming, dressing, and hygiene
- Prepared meals and managed household tasks
- Provided mobility support and accompanied clients on walks and outings
- Maintained accurate care documentation and followed care plans
- Delivered compassionate companionship and emotional support
Education
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
University of Alaska Southeast
Ketchikan05-2023
Associate of Science - Business Administration
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK05-2023
Skills
- Behavioral support
- Cultural sensitivity
- Disability awareness
- Client assessment
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Patient care
Affiliations
- Alaska Native Brotherhood and Sisterhood
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Personal Care Aide Certification (PCA) - Various State Agencies or Community Colleges.
Timeline
Individual Support Specialist
Consumer Direct Personal Care
09.2016 - 09.2019
Individual Support Specialist
HOPE Community Resources
12.2014 - 09.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Peace Health
03.2014 - 08.2014
Caregiver
Classen Home Health
12.2011 - 12.2012
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
University of Alaska Southeast
Associate of Science - Business Administration
University of Alaska Anchorage
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