PAULINE DISSAKE
Frederick, MD *****
240-***-**** - ************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in independent living and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
SKILLS
Care Plan Assessment
Client Requirements
Medication Administration
Direct Patient Care
First Aid and Safety
Behavior Redirection
Bathing and Dressing
Clean Living Spaces
Personal Care Assistance
Attentive to People
Monitor Vital Signs
Positive Reinforcement Methods
PPE Usage
WORK HISTORY
03/2018 to Current Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care Home – Silver Spring, MD
Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter. Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management. Assisted patients with self-administered medications. Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency. Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being. Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Used company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and patient conditions.
05/2011 to 12/2016 Caregiver, Special Needs
Infusion Ser – Laurel, MD
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Gathered evidence and served as witness in court proceedings. Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Directed security activities at investigation sites. Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
EDUCATION
No Degree
Montgomery College - Rockville, MD
08/2021 No Degree: Nursing Assistance
Certification Training - Cambridge Nursing Assistant Academy MD 07/2009 Dental Assisting Oral Radiology, Computer Applicat Montgomery College - Rockville, MD
LANGUAGES
French
Native or Bilingual