Yolanda Crawford
Covington,GA
Summary
Devoted personal care professional skilled in fostering client health and convenience through assisting with daily activities and health needs. Driven to promote healthy habits to encourage client well-being by demonstrating healthy habits. Dedicated to applying emerging techniques to derive best possible outcomes.
Dependable [Job Title] 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.
Reliable personal care professional bringing [Number] years of experience in Personal Care Assistant roles. Skilled in addressing physical and mental disabilities and monitoring needs for convalescent patients. Trusted to care for patients at varying stages of life.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Host Home Provider
Dekalb Community Service Board
Decatur, GA
07.2018 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of all activities related to the host home program.
- Transported clients to appointments, school, work. when necessary.
- Attended monthly training sessions to stay up-to-date on best practices related to working with at-risk youth.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
CNA
Medicare Givers
Conyers, GA
03.2013 - Current
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
CNA
Morning side Nursing Home
Conyers, GA
02.2014 - 02.2015
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Healthcare
Premiere Medical Careers
Conyers, GA02.2006
High School Diploma -
Lamar Cons High School
Rosenberg, TX05.1991
Skills
- Family Member Training
- Schedule Maintenance
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Client Education
- Caring Companionship
- Infection Control
- Housekeeping
- Patient Ambulation
- Progress Tracking
- Medical Chart Documentation
- Convalescence Support
- Emergency Response
- Safety Compliance
- Coordination Skills
- Condition Monitoring
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Bedside Care
- First Aid Certification
- Light Housekeeping
- CPR Certification
- Medication Administration
- Decision-Making
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Prosthetic Attachment and Removal
- Communication Assistance
- Client Transportation
- Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
- Cooking Meals
- Clear Communication
Timeline
Host Home Provider
Dekalb Community Service Board
07.2018 - Current
CNA
Morning side Nursing Home
02.2014 - 02.2015
CNA
Medicare Givers
03.2013 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant - Healthcare
Premiere Medical Careers
High School Diploma -
Lamar Cons High School
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