Personal Care Assistant

CARMEN-MARIE BYRD

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I am an compassionate, attentive and committed person when it comes to client care. I feel privileged for my position and the trust that is placed in me by their loved ones. I have experience with terminal clients with support from Hospice care. I ensure all assigned tasks are completed in a timlely manner and will staff beyond my shift, off the clock to ensure the clients needs are completely meet. Reliable personal care professional bringing 3 years of experience in Personal Care Assistant roles. Accustomed to addressing physical and mental disabilities and monitoring needs for convalescent patients. I perform my duties at the area hospitals and nursing home as well as, rehabilitation centers. The positions held involved all forms of assisting and serving the customers that was in compliance with the goals and objectives, policies and procedures of each employer. SKILLS

● Medication management

● Compassionate patient care

● Behavior redirection

● Client relationship management

● Meal planning

● Household organization

● Adaptable under pressure

● Tact and diplomacy

● First-aid and CPR

● Database management

● Housekeeping

● Business correspondence

● Physical therapy

● Meal preparation

● Coordination skills

● Medication administration

● Client satisfaction

● Spreadsheet management

EXPERIENCE

03/2017 to Current Personal Care Assistant

Homeinstead Senior Care Manassas, VA

● Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.

● Transported clients to complete required tasks such as medical appointments and grocery shopping.

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

● Assisted families in planning for meals and shopping for ingredients to meet nutritional plans.

● Helped clients maintain daily living standards by assisting with personal hygiene needs.

● Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.

● Laundered clothing and bedding and changed linens [Number] times per

[Timeframe] to prevent spread of infection.

● Completed general housekeeping work to help clients, including preparing healthy meals and keeping personal areas neat.

● Ambulated individuals with safe and effective strategies around home, public and medical locations.

● Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.

● Planned daily activities to allow clients opportunities for light exercise.

● Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.

● Maintained network of connected caregivers to promote continuous professional development.

● Took and recorded patient temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure to monitor health statistics.

● Cleaned homes and performed light chores to ensure clients' safety and comfort.

● Completed scheduled patient check-ins and progress reports for all clients.

● Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces.

● Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.

● Ambulated patients in personal spaces, across facilities and in public locations with supportive care and attention to personal requirements.

● Reported concerns to supervisory [Job title] to maintain optimal care for all client needs.

● Helped clients handle all personal needs, from simple cleaning and daily exercise to bathing and personal grooming.

● Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.

● Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet client dietary requirements such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.

● Monitored health and well-being of each client, including any significant health changes.

04/1987 to 4/2022 Grants Management Specialist

Department of Health and Human Services Washington, DC

● Secured grants and funding through various funding announcements for programs focused on enhancing and providing comprehensive community services.

● Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

● Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.

● Maintained updated knowledge through all Federal and policy requirements. 10/2009 to 09/2015 Grants Management Specialist -Audit Resolution Department of Health and Human Services Washington, DC

● Maintained updated knowledge through the Code of Federal Regulations as it pertains to audits, audit findings, allowable costs and the resolution of any monetary and Non-Monetery findings. Correspond with the Program Office, Office of Genersl Councel and the Department of Financial Integrity to ensure the accuracy of the Letter of Determination submitted to all auditors with the Agency final decisions.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

12/2009 Certified Medical Assistant : Medical Assistant Sanz School Washington, DC

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