Alexis Garrett

Milwaukee, WI ***** 262-***-**** adzoyd@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

Dependable employee establishes Support and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

SKILLS Time Management

Illness Adaptation

Behavior Redirection

Protein Handling

Medication Administration

Community Integration

Client Requirements

Household Chores

Direct Patient Care

Patient Care

Meal Planning and Preparation

Client Documentation

First Aid and Safety

Medical Reminders

Companionship and Emotional

Support

ADLs Assistance

Case Management

Dining Room Support

Diet and Nutrition

Dependable and Responsible

Respectful and Compassionate

Verbal and Written

Communication Skills

Knowledge of State Regulations

Heavy Lifting

Compassionate Communication

Patient Assessments

Mobility Support

COVID-19 Safety Policies

Community Activities

Resident Empowerment

Status Updates

Patient Management

Activities of Daily Living

Assistance

Multitasking and Organization

Ambulating Patients

Hoyer Lifting Equipment

Bedsore Prevention

Medication and Appointment

Reminders

Meal Assistance

Cook Healthy Meals

Progressive Care

Vitals Monitoring and

Documentation

First Aid Certification

Monitor Vital Signs

Personal Care Assistance

Healthy Eating

Caregiver and Family Support

Problem Identification

Communication Assistance

Prosthetic Attachment and

Removal

Ability to Lift

Independent Living

Sanitizing Surfaces

Developing Client Trust

Bathing and Dressing

Client Records Management

Clean Living Spaces

Educational Strategies

WORK HISTORY CAREGIVER 11/2021 to 02/2023

Noble Senior Living 7400 West Greenfield Ave

Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.

Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.

Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.

Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload. Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.

Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being. Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.

Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.

Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.

Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores. Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.

Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.

Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.

Assisted patients with self-administered medications. Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management. Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.

Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.

Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

CNA 03/2016 to 02/2019

Harbor Chase Assisted Living 1111 East Captiol Drive Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.

Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.

Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care. Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards

Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

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.

Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.

Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.

Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.

Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility. Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.

Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.

Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation. Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.

Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.

Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs. Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks. Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.

Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.

EDUCATION Ged 06/2017

North Division High School, Milwaukee, WI

CERTIFICATIONS PCW - Personal Care Worker

CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

DCA - Direct Care Aide

PCA - Personal Care Aide

CBRF- Resident care Assistant

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