Personal Care Technician Resume Example Consumer Directed Services CDS In Texas

PERSONAL CARE TECHNICIAN

Summary

Perceptive, service-oriented and observant Direct Care professional with solid background working hand in hand with other Healthcare professionals to ensure proper patient care. Knowledgeable about medical procedures, recreational requirements and protective measures. Empathic, motivated and able to combine experience with compassion to meet the needs of each patient. Looking to join medical team dedicated to upholding highest standards of patient care.

Skills

Care plan management
Client documentation
Compassionate client care
First Aid/CPR
Relationship development
HIPAA compliance
Charting expertise

Able to lift 50+ pounds
Grooming and bathing assistance
Sterile technique
Vital sign monitors
Medical terminology
Lab equipment setup

Experience

01/2018 to Current

Personal Care TechnicianConsumer Directed Services - CDS In Texas － Denton, TX

Coached patients on personal at-home care, adjusting plans and schedules based on patient conditions, needs and overall health.
Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
Kept detailed records of patient care, progress, medication administration and changes in health or other conditions.
Educated families and patients on potential plans for independent care and activities, including sensory friendly options within the community.
Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
Reinforced skills learned at school or work with task boxes and other educational tools in school aged patients.
Used sign language, choice boards and speech assisting technology such as Proloquo to communicate with auditorily impaired patients.
Administered all necessary medications as directed by care plan.
Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Prepared and accompanied patients on public outings, managing safety, behavior and other activities.
Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance.

06/2016 to Current

Paraprofessional EducatorLake Dallas Independent School District － Lake Dallas, TX

Conducted special assessments and tutoring sessions to support individual student needs.
Tutored and supported students individually and in groups of up to 10 by reteaching and reviewing lesson concepts and strategies.
Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
Modeled and taught basic and advanced social skills, conflict management techniques and study approaches to students in a Special Education setting.
Promoted student learning by providing individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics.
Met with parents about student needs to garner additional support.
Leveraged evidence-based techniques to foster academic progress, social inclusion and critical thinking.
Evaluated individual student needs, including academic and social situations to address challenges and goals.
Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments.
Utilized curriculum with life-based approach.
Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from instructor.
Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
Liaised with team of professionals to implement comprehensive educational action plans for special needs and at-risk students.
Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
Complied with instructor-developed IEPs and made informed recommendations for adjustments.
Both monitored and administered state mandated testing in accordance with students individual state allowed accomodations and modifications.

04/2012 to 06/2016

Direct Support ProfessionalDenton State Supported Living Center － Denton, TX

Supported and encouraged disabled patients to promote health and wellness.
Documented current patient information including vital signs, behaviors and eating habits.
Assisted with administering medications and collecting specimens to assist with diagnostic and treatment protocols.
Helped patients adjust to hospital routines and thrive in structured environments.
Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
Prevented patient injuries by providing necessary restraints and appropriate supports.
Worked with multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide comprehensive mental healthcare to patients.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance.
Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times.
Completed data entries in charts and logbooks to document client progress.
Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Followed physician orders when providing care and monitoring client well-being, safety and comfort.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
Prepared and accompanied patients on public outings, managing safety, behavior and other activities.
Maintained professionalism in emergency situations, assisting staff members in emergency response actions such as CPR and monitoring patients.
Recorded and closely monitored patient behaviors and progress to effectively identify changes needing attention.

Education and Training

Some College (No Degree): Licensed Vocational NursingNorth Central Texas College － Gainesville, TX

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Consumer Directed Services - CDS In Texas
Lake Dallas Independent School District
Denton State Supported Living Center

School Attended

North Central Texas College

Job Titles Held:

Personal Care Technician
Paraprofessional Educator
Direct Support Professional

Degrees

Some College (No Degree) : Licensed Vocational Nursing

Personal Care Technician Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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