SHANTAE SIMMONS

adxrgx@r.postjobfree.com 203-***-**** Waterbury, CT 06704

Summary

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. ICompassionate with hands-on experience providing companionship and emotional support to residents. Well-versed in accurately documenting vital statistics and health metrics. Committed to creating positive rapport with patients and providing quality patient care.

Skills

Care plan management

Community activities

Client documentation

Client safety and first aid

Compassionate client care

First aid and safety

Medication administration

Housekeeping

Coordination skills

Meal preparation

Wound care

Client satisfaction

Experience

Companions & Homemakers Waterbury, CT

Personal Care Aide

10/2021 - Current

Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.

Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.

Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene.

Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.

Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.

Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.

Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.

Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.

Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.

Maintained network of connected caregivers to promote continuous professional development.

CareFinders Waterbury, CT

Personal Care Aide

07/2021 - Current

Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.

Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.

Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.

Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.

Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.

Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.

Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.

Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.

Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.

Mercury Fuel Waterbury, CT

Cashier/Supervisor

09/2015 - 04/2021

Handled customer complaints and concerns and escalated to direct supervisor for quick resolution.

Counted tills for beginning of shift with start money and balanced and reconciled register at end of shift.

Greeted customers and responded to requests for information.

Called for back up cashiers during peak times to minimize wait time for customers.

Supported front end procedures to keep items well-stocked to prevent shrinkage.

Processed exchanges and returns by inputting in company database.

Supervised counting cash drawers and making bank deposits in compliance with store opening and closing procedures.

Resolved customer problems by investigating issues, answering questions and building rapport.

Met high productivity standards in processing payments for customers.

Maintained detailed and accurate accounting records by overseeing documentation of sales, purchases and requisitions.

Fedcap Rehabilitation Services Queens, NY

Home Health Aide

01/2011 - 08/2015

Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.

Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.

Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.

Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.

Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.

Assisted terminally ill patients with bathing, grooming and dressing.

Mopped floors, vacuumed, washed dishes and performed other household chores to assist clients.

Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.

Education and Training

Theodore Roosevelt High School Bronx, New York

High School Diploma

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