Savannah Linton
Fulton
Summary
Skilled in patient care and adaptive equipment use, I enhanced patient satisfaction significantly at TigerPlace. Leveraging strong ethics and compassionate communication, I established trust-based relationships, improving clients' quality of life. My multifaceted experience spans healthcare coordination to emotional support, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and empathy in every role.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
UCP Gibb Center
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
- Improved client quality of life by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting assistance.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, empathy, reliability, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Flooring Technician
Turner Flooring Company
03.2020 - 05.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently installing various types of flooring materials, including hardwood, laminate, and carpet.
- Boosted efficiency by skillfully utilizing power tools and equipment for precise cutting and fitting of flooring materials.
- Maintained high-quality standards in flooring installations by adhering to strict industry guidelines and best practices.
- Troubleshot issues that arose during installation projects swiftly resolving problems without compromising quality or timeline commitments made to clients.
- Meticulously maintained tools and equipment, prolonging their lifespan while ensuring optimal performance during installations.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various work settings, including residential, commercial, and industrial spaces.
- Worked with supervisor to design detailed floor maintenance schedules based on floor types and foot traffic.
CNA
TigerPlace
03.2017 - 02.2020
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- 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.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
The Bluffs
11.2014 - 03.2017
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- 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.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rock Bridge High School
Columbia05-2009
CNA - Nursing
Rock Bridge High School
Columbia05-2009
Skills
- Disability awareness
- Emotional support
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Patient care
- Self-advocacy support
- Healthcare coordination
- Adaptive equipment use
- Respectful and compassionate
- Strong ethics
- Multitasking and organization
- Elderly care
- Complex Problem-solving
- Compassionate communication
- Time management
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
UCP Gibb Center
03.2023 - 12.2024
Flooring Technician
Turner Flooring Company
03.2020 - 05.2023
CNA
TigerPlace
03.2017 - 02.2020
CNA
The Bluffs
11.2014 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Rock Bridge High School
CNA - Nursing
Rock Bridge High School
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