Whitney Ross

Home Health Caregiver

Lifeline Homecare Provides

04.2024 - Current

Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living space for patients.
Ensured timely transportation of patients to appointments or social engagements, enhancing their ability to maintain an active lifestyle outside the home setting.

Director, Supportive Professional

Anixter Center

10.2018 - 04.2024

Administered medication as directed by physician.
Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
Adapted support approaches based on individual client preferences, fostering increased trust and rapport over time.
Organized recreational events that encouraged relationship building among clients and increased their sense of belonging within the group home setting.
Served as a reliable point of contact for family members, maintaining open lines of communication about client progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Researched community resources and services to provide accessibility and assistance to clients.
Established strong relationships with local community resources to connect clients with additional supports as needed.
Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.

Childcare Provider

Future Scholars Preschool

07.2011 - 10.2018

Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Home Health Caregiver

Director, Supportive Professional

Childcare Provider

Education

High School Diploma -

Skills

Efficient in American ASL

Timeline

Home Health Caregiver

Director, Supportive Professional

Childcare Provider

High School Diploma -

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