Terri Nichols

• Provided compassionate personal care to hospice patients in their homes.
• Supported patients in daily living activities, enhancing comfort and dignity during personal care.
• Monitored patient health and reported changes to medical staff.
• Fostered trusting relationships with clients and families, improving overall care experience.
• Facilitated activities of daily living, ensuring patient safety and well-being through personalized assistance.

• Monitored vital signs and promptly reported significant changes to nursing staff to ensure timely patient care.
• Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
• Assisted residents with bathing and dressing, promoting personal hygiene and dignity.
• Maintained clean and safe environment for patients, enhancing overall comfort and well-being.
• Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

Developed care plans and behavioral goals, facilitated social skills and educational planning, and implemented psycho and physio interventions while caring for a high-needs young man for 5 years under a subcontract from Washington Mental Health. Provided close supervision, support, and maintained communication with family members and former care providers, while receiving training from Social and Rehabilitation Services of Vermont.

Established a reputation as an Educational surrogate and coordinated interagency placements with Lund Family Center, Burlington and St Albans DCF offices, and Easter Seals, creating a network to deliver specialized care to children and families facing high behavioral challenges.

• Collaborated with social workers to create and implement individualized care plans tailored to children’s specific needs.
• Educated children on daily living skills and emotional regulation techniques.
• Ensured a secure and supportive atmosphere for children in foster care by implementing structured routines and emotional support techniques.

• Collected and processed patient samples for laboratory analysis.
• Maintained accurate records of test results and patient information.
• Adhered to all safety and infection control precautions and regulations.
• Reported safety hazards to supervisors, removing risk and promoting workplace safety.
• Ordered supplies necessary for laboratory operations from approved vendors or suppliers.