caregiver special needs resume example with 5+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
, , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
H: (555) 432-1000
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Summary
Reliable Hospital Corpsman with 5 years of medical care experience, including administering medication and vaccinations, phlebotomy and emergent care. Well-versed in communicating complex concepts to patients while maintaining structure and organization in high-pressure situations. Eager to foster corporate mission through hard work and commitment to patient care.
Dedicated Direct Care Worker passionate about helping clients lead fulfilling lives by managing health-related conditions. Knowledgeable about medication administration, appointments and social activities. Well-organized and compassionate with good relationship-building skills.
Outgoing Direct Care Worker experienced with patients with disabilities and acute ailments. Well-versed in assisting patients with daily living tasks. Committed to improving patient well-being through personal care and interactive engagement.
Skills
Medication Administration
Emergency medical care
Vital signs management
Phlebotomy expertise
Supporting personal needs
Patient Management
Conducting intakes
Patient Assessments
Transporting patients
Medical Records Management
Inpatient care
Medical office administration
Outpatient care
Direct Patient Care
Recording vital signs
Documenting behaviors
Measuring bodily fluids
Observing responses
Specimen collection
Physician support
Community integration
First aid and safety
Client documentation
Records maintenance
Compassionate client care
Healthy and fit
Experience
Caregiver, Special Needs, 08/2022 - Current Always Best Care – Grafton, OH,
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
Completed weekly and monthly reports summarizing activities.
Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
Coordinated security operations, equipment and personnel to protect employees and property.
Developed and implemented programs to safeguard assets.
Hospital Corpsman, 09/2016 - Current Rush-Copley Medical Center – Yorkville, IL,
Administered medical care for range of conditions and basic health concerns including immunization, medications and blood draws.
Provided emergency medical care, including conducting physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
Coordinated and executed transport of sick and injured patients as needed.
Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
Assisted over 200 Marines a week in returning to full duty, cutting downtime and expenses.
Maintained health records for marine platoons.
Performed medical duties for preventive and unscheduled care by conducting lab work, x-rays, phlebotomy and IV fluid administration.
Monitored and replenished ambulance supplies, maintaining well-stocked inventory and properly functioning equipment.
Administered first aid treatment or life support in prehospital settings.
Collaborated with team members and other first responders, ensuring consistent communication to maintain order and efficient care delivery.
Performed stomach suction, airway management or other emergent interventions during ambulance ride.
Cleaned and sanitized ambulance and supplies between calls.
Administered medications and immunizations.
Performed both emergency and routine medical procedures in high-pressure environments.
Maintained treatment records and reports and cared for over 150 injured and sick individuals per week.
Transported sick and injured and conducted preliminary physical examinations.
Trained in combat, life savings techniques and conducting physical exams.
Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
Provided leadership, delegation and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for inpatient rooms.
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Phlebotomist, 03/2022 - 07/2022 Impactlife – City, STATE,
Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
Observed patient for unsual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
Upheld donor confidentiality throughout intake and collection process.
Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
Drew blood from patients to collect samples using venipuncture and following aseptic techniques.
Labeled patient samples, double-checking information for accuracy.
Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
Disposed of used needles in sharps containers to avoid accidental needlesticks.
Sanitized work area after every patient to prevent contamination and spread of disease.
Interviewed patients to verify test requisitions and patient identity.
Properly stored and transported specimens to prevent loss and delays.
Interviewed patients and documented details to update and file paperwork.
Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories and measuring vital signs.
Education and Training
High School Diploma : N/A, Expected in - Alton High School - Alton, Illinois , GPA: Status -
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