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NINA JACKSON
**************@*****.*** 858-***-**** San Diego, CA 92124
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.
Client documentation
First aid and safety
Compassionate client care
Body language expert
Care plan management
Community integration
Senior Helpers San Diego, CA
Caregiver, Special Needs
03/2013 - Current
Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection. Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans. 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. Followed care plan and directions to administer medications. Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents. Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care. Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals. Completed weekly and monthly reports summarizing activities. Dawn's Family Home San Diego, CA
Babysitter/Daycare
03/2017 - 03/2022
Responsibly watched children while parents were out. Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls. Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
Helped complete homework, school projects and chores. Summary
Skills
Experience
Organized various activities, games, crafts and outings to keep children entertained.
Created safe environment for children by removing hazards and developing appropriate boundaries and rules.
Read stories and played alphabet games to promote early literacy. Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
Used organization and time management skills to multitask and keep children on set schedules.
Organized creative activities to develop children's physical, emotional and social growth.
Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods. Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Helped prepare and serve nutritionally balanced meals and snacks for children.
Ensured physical and social well-being of each child. Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
Led hands-on activities consistent with child's interests and skills. Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression.
Provided direct-care services for children of varying ages. Engaged in after-school activities by assisting with sports practice and homework assignments.
Assigned age-appropriate chores to encourage self-confidence and responsibility.
Clark College Vancouver, WA
GED
06/2016
Education and Training