Kiara Jackson
Grandview
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with expertise in medication management and emotional support. Committed to enhancing clients' quality of life through personalized care and dependable daily assistance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Private Home
06.2016 - 04.2026
- Provided compassionate personal care and support to clients in daily activities.
- Assisted with medication management, ensuring adherence to prescribed schedules.
- Developed individualized care plans tailored to specific client needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to monitor and report on client progress.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Cna
Rose Estate
02.2014 - 06.2016
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with monitoring vital signs and documenting patient conditions accurately.
- Supported residents with personal hygiene, mobility, and nutritional needs effectively.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in living areas through diligent housekeeping practices.
- Mentored junior CNAs on best practices for resident care and compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Little Sunshine Playhouse
Assistant Teacher
08.2011 - 02.2014
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
- Facilitated small group activities, promoting collaboration and effective communication among students.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Assisted lead teacher in assessing student performance and providing constructive feedback.
- Mentored new staff in classroom procedures and best teaching practices to ensure consistency.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Longview Community College
Lee's Summit, MOSkills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Daily living assistance
- Multitasking and organization
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Basic housekeeping
- Emotional support
- Strong ethics
- Meal preparation
- First aid and safety
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Alzheimer's care
- Medication management
- Mobility assistance
- Special needs care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Caregiver
Private Home
06.2016 - 04.2026
Cna
Rose Estate
02.2014 - 06.2016
Little Sunshine Playhouse
Assistant Teacher
08.2011 - 02.2014
High School Diploma -
Longview Community College