Tonya Esper
Florissant,MO
Summary
Professional caregiver with strong background in providing compassionate and effective support. Proven ability to adapt to changing needs and collaborate with team members to achieve optimal results. Skilled in personal care, medication management, and patient advocacy. Reliable, empathetic, and focused on delivering high-quality care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Personal Care Services
563Howdershll Rd
11.2024 - Current
- Administered medication and monitored health conditions to ensure client safety and well-being.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals to meet individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and communicated updates to family members and medical staff.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Friendshipvillage Chesterfield
15201 Oilve Blvd
07.2022 - 2025
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for immediate intervention.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident areas, adhering to health standards.
- Communicated effectively with residents and families, providing support and information.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records, ensuring compliance with policies.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Hospice Aide
Hope Hospital
Overland, MO
03.2018 - 01.2022
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and dignity during end-of-life processes.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing, grooming, and meal preparation for patients.
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Promoted a holistic approach to end-of-life care by incorporating various relaxation techniques such as music therapy or aromatherapy into daily routines.
- Checked and recorded vital signs, noting any significant changes and assisted nurses with treatment.
- Assisted patients in achieving optimal mobility by supporting them during transfers, ambulation, and positioning activities.
Nursing Assistant
Parkwood Skilld Nursing Home
3201parkwood Lane
07.2015 - 08.2018
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident rooms and common areas.
- Supported nursing staff in administering medications as per care plans.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Education
High School Diploma -
Normandy
St Louis, MO2002
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
Certification
- PCHM - Personal Care Homemaker
Timeline
Caregiver
Personal Care Services
11.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Friendshipvillage Chesterfield
07.2022 - 2025
Hospice Aide
Hope Hospital
03.2018 - 01.2022
Nursing Assistant
Parkwood Skilld Nursing Home
07.2015 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Normandy