Tonya Grady
Brookfield,MO
Summary
Dependable professional with excellent organization skills demonstrated through history of managing client daily activities, appointments and medication needs. Well-versed in administering medication and monitoring nutrition. Trusted to oversee patients in challenging medical states.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Daily Caregiver
Coburn and Doris Schrock
Branson, MO
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
Self Employed
35 Private Individuals
5 Cities, MO
04.2020 - 10.2022
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Work with individuals and their families to keep loved ones at home instead of going to nursing homes. Quality of life
- Helped individuals maintain a safe envienvironment and Healthy way of living.
- Helped with every aspect of daily living
CMT/CNA
Forsyth Nursing & Rehab
Forsyth, MO
11.2007 - 08.2020
- Provided guidance and instruction to new CMTs on job duties and responsibilities.
- Conducted daily inspections of equipment, tools, and materials to ensure proper functioning.
- Coordinated with vendors regarding delivery of supplies needed for CMT projects.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed in accordance with company policies.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding product quality or performance issues.
- Observed and recorded vital signs and reported changes to physicians or nurses.
- Provided excellent patient support and care to patients and families.
- Documented and updated patient data on electronic medical charts, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Collected specimens for lab testing, practicing aseptic technique to reduce risk of infection.
- Reported safety hazards to supervisors, removing risk and promoting workplace safety.
- Monitored patients for medical changes and reviewed and revised care plans accordingly.
- Protected patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and hazardous waste policies.
- Adhered to all safety and infection control precautions and regulations.
- Performed urinalysis, hematology, chemistry and other testing procedures.
- Provided medical technology information by answering questions and requests.
- Processed orders for lab testing and liaised with physicians to review results.
- Recorded test or medical data for reports using narratives, charts or graphs.
- Maintained and tested sterility of medical equipment.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Administered scheduled and prn medication in a timely manner within Federal and State laws.
Education
GED -
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO01-2012
CMT Certification -
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO01-2012
Skills
- ADL Assistance
- Care Plan Adherence
- Documentation
- Compassionate client care
- Mobility Assistance
- Incident Reporting
- Progress Documentation
- Behavioral Management
- Patient Companionship
- HIPAA Compliance
- Basic Housekeeping
- Compassionate Care
- Compassionate communication
- Problem-Solving
- Care Plan Management
- Daily living assistance
- Records Maintenance
- Medication and Appointment Reminders
- Special Needs Care
- Dementia Care
- First aid and safety
- Elderly Care
- Time Management
- Multitasking and Organization
- Quality program protocols
- Strong Ethics
- Knowledge of state regulations
- Emotional Support
- COVID-19 Safety Policies
- Direct Patient Care
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Flexible Schedule
- Relationship Building
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Behavior redirection
- Housekeeping
- Hoyer Lifting Equipment
- Care plan assessment
- Heavy Lifting
- Medical record-keeping
- PPE Usage
- Disability Support
- Medication Administration with completely documentation
- Computer Knowledge with typing up to 80 wpm and 97% accuracy
- Worked one on one with Doctors, Nursing, Patients, and Administration
- Charting new and discontinue orders
References
Kristen Paul - Daughter- 417-251-2283
Kaylynn Augustine - Friend - 417-771-6640
Helen Hudson - Friend- 816-225-3987
Timeline
Daily Caregiver
Coburn and Doris Schrock
10.2022 - 05.2024
Self Employed
35 Private Individuals
04.2020 - 10.2022
CMT/CNA
Forsyth Nursing & Rehab
11.2007 - 08.2020
GED -
Ozarks Technical Community College
CMT Certification -
Ozarks Technical Community College
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