Jessica Burk
Bolivar
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with hands-on experience in attending to patient needs in residential and hospital settings. Skilled in administering medication, managing schedules, and maintaining clean living environments for patients. Demonstrated ability to establish meaningful relationships with patients, ensuring comfort and enhancing quality of life. Previous work resulted in significant improvements in patient well-being and satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Giver
Empower Abilities
Springfield
01.2010 - Current
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and care schedules.
- Communicated effectively with families to address concerns and provide updates.
- Supported clients in social activities to promote engagement and well-being.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
Education
Dental Assistant Diploma - Dental Assistant
Everest College
05-2012
Skills
- administering medications
- personal care assistance
- record keeping
- safety monitoring
- mobility support
- patient advocacy
- team collaboration
- therapeutic support
- problem solving
- time management
- emotional intelligence
- adaptive leadership
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Physical therapy support
- First aid and safety
- Alzheimer's care
- Client transportation
- Medical record-keeping
- Records maintenance
- Active listening
- At-home care instruction
- Meal preparation
- Special needs care
- End-of-life care
- PPE usage
- Progress documentation
- Indirect patient care
- Incident reporting
Timeline
Care Giver
Empower Abilities
01.2010 - Current
Dental Assistant Diploma - Dental Assistant
Everest College
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