Valerie Lackey
Prineville
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional possesses gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. Expertise in Senior/Disability Care. Collaborative team player with strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities.
Reliable Direct Care Worker offering exceptional care in home environments. Passionate about supporting patient progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors and teaching healthy habits. Dedicated to patient safety, wellness, and happiness.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Almost Family
Prineville
01.2024 - Current
- Provided daily assistance with personal care and daily living activities.
- Supported individuals in developing life skills and social interactions.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate records of services provided.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create tailored support plans.
Cashier
Main Market
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Caregiver
Self-employed
04.1995 - 06.2022
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Education
High School Diploma -
Redmond High School
Redmond, ORSkills
- Compassionate Client Care
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Dietary Needs
- Household Chores
- First Aid and Safety
- Care Plan Assessment
- Mobility Support
- Grocery Shopping
- Patient and Caregiver Education
- Patient Care
- Time Management
- Medication Administration
- Client Transportation
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Almost Family
01.2024 - Current
Cashier
Main Market
10.2022 - 10.2023
Caregiver
Self-employed
04.1995 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Redmond High School