Certified Caregiver

JOSEPH ISSAH AWADI

Lynnwood, WA ? 316-***-**** / 206-***-**** ? *************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professional / Certified Nursing Assistant with

hands-on experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and diverse care needs.

Skilled in providing high-quality personal care, assisting with G-Tube (PEG Tube) care, and supporting

clients with diabetes through blood glucose monitoring, diet management, and timely insulin

administration. Committed to promoting dignity, independence, and client rights while ensuring safe,

person-centered care.

Core Skills

? Personal Care & ADLs (bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding)

? Gastrostomy (G-Tube/PEG Tube) Support

? Diabetes Care (glucose monitoring, diet, insulin support)

? Developmental Disabilities Support

? Emotional & Behavioral Support

? Vital Signs & Health Monitoring

? Safe Transfers & Mobility Assistance

? Medication Assistance

? Electronic Documentation (Synkwise)

? Communication & Relationship Building

Professional Experience

Caregiver ? Edmonds Villa (Dec 2025 ? Present)

Assist residents with ADLs, G-Tube care, and monitor blood glucose while supporting insulin

administration as directed.

Provide emotional support and ensure dignity and independence.

Document care using electronic systems.

Caregiver ? Everyday Grace AFH (Nov 2025 ? Mar 2026)

Delivered personal care, supported mobility, and assisted with specialized dietary and health needs

including diabetes care.

Caregiver ? Safe and Sound AFH (Apr 2025 ? Nov 2025)

Supported ADLs, monitored health conditions, and assisted with feeding routines including specialized

care needs.

Caregiver ? To Be Cherished AFH (Jul 2024 ? Feb 2025)

Assisted clients with daily routines, emotional support, and monitored behavioral and physical changes.

Education

Bachelor of Business Management & Entrepreneurship ? Malawi College of Accountancy (2018)

Licenses & Certifications

? Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Washington State (2026)

? Active DOH Credential (NAC)

? Developmental Disabilities Specialty Certificate (Feb 2, 2026)

? First Aid & CPR Certification

? Valid Washington State Driver?s License

References

Available upon request

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