Resident Care Specialist Resume Example Gaslight Village Assisted Living

RESIDENT CARE SPECIALIST

Skills

Privacy and confidentiality
Clinical Documentation
Meal Preparation
Measuring bodily fluids
Observing responses
Patient-focused care
Patient Assessments
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge

Supporting personal needs
Direct Patient Care
Documenting behaviors
Companionship and emotional support
Responding to emergencies
Recording vital signs
Med passing

Professional Summary

Patient care technician with 17 years of experience in healthcare. Skilled in providing assistance with daily living, physiotherapy support, mental stimulation and occupational therapy. Background in both facility and private care environments. Effective at ambulating patients, meeting personal grooming needs and administering medications. Personal Care Aide experienced in assisting clients with mental impairments or physical limitations to manage everyday tasks. Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities. Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents.

Work History

Resident Care Specialist, 09/2017 to Current
Gaslight Village Assisted Living - Adrian, MI

Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee trainings and taking classes in subjects to improve Medication Administration, and Patient care techniques.
Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Administered daily medications and narcotic medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
Checked vital signs on a daily basis and contacted primary care doctors regarding any patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
Increased medication knowledge and medical terminology prowess through consistent research and continuing education.
Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to case manager.

Walmart Overnight Crew Member, 03/2015 to 08/2017
Walmart - Adrian, MI

Readied items for sales floor stocking by affixing tags and preparing pallets.
Realigned merchandise throughout assigned section to give shelves and racks professional appeal.
Inspected floor displays, noted missing items and immediately replenished merchandise.
Unboxed product and placed on shelves according to layout and planogram guidelines.
Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.

Patient Care Technician, 01/2012 to 02/2015
Dominican Life Center - Adrian, MI

Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.

Home Health Care Aide, 08/2008 to 01/2011
Private Care - Adrian, MI

Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated.
Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
Administered medication as directed by physician.

Education

Jackson Community College - Jackson, MI

CNA Certification Jackson Area Career Center - Jackson, MI

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Gaslight Village Assisted Living
Walmart
Dominican Life Center
Private Care

School Attended

Jackson Community College
Jackson Area Career Center

Job Titles Held:

Resident Care Specialist
Walmart Overnight Crew Member
Patient Care Technician
Home Health Care Aide

Degrees

CNA Certification

Resident Care Specialist Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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