WENDY EDWARDS
Summary
Compassionate support provided to clients during recovery, fostering a therapeutic environment that promotes healing. Documented client interactions and treatment updates accurately, enhancing communication among the care team. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services and resources, optimizing client support and engagement while ensuring adherence to infection control policies. Administered medications as prescribed and responded promptly to emergency situations, demonstrating a commitment to patient safety and well-being.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1994
1994
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CCT
Serenity Lodge Recovery
Nicholson, Pennsylvania
08.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate support to clients during recovery, fostering a therapeutic environment conducive to healing.
- Documented client interactions and treatment updates accurately, improving communication among the care team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services and resources, optimizing client support and engagement.
- Supported other departments within the facility as needed; performed additional tasks upon request.
- Administered medications as prescribed by a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided appropriate interventions.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used in providing care; followed infection control policies at all times.
- Initiated safety measures to prevent accidents or injury while providing patient care services.
- Responded quickly and with deep care for patients to build trust and rapport.
- Communicated with management or other staff to resolve problems.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Performed daily household chores.
- Checked on patients hourly and recorded activity and location.
Direct Care Worker
Help at Home Senior Care
Scranton, PA
08.2019 - 08.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and safety in a supportive environment.
- Developed personalized care plans through assessments, enhancing individual well-being and promoting independence.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported changes, facilitating timely interventions and effective care.
Direct Care Worker
CareGivers America
Montrose, PA
05.2017 - 06.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and safety in a supportive environment.
- Developed personalized care plans through assessments, enhancing individual well-being and promoting independence.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported changes, facilitating timely interventions and effective care.
Education
Carbondale Area
Carbondale , PASkills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Health monitoring
- HIPPA
- Patient safety
- Infection control procedures
- Cleaning
- Supervision
About me.
- I am a quick learner.
- I'm compassionate.
- Willing to learn new skills for the job.
- I get the job done is adequate time.
Timeline
CCT
Serenity Lodge Recovery
08.2024 - Current
Direct Care Worker
Help at Home Senior Care
08.2019 - 08.2025
Direct Care Worker
CareGivers America
05.2017 - 06.2019
Carbondale Area