Karen Jackson
Roseland
Summary
Outgoing Direct Care Worker experienced with patients with disabilities and acute ailments. Well-versed in assisting patients with daily living tasks. Committed to improving patient well-being through personal care and interactive engagement.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Care Worker
Hammond Strawberry Fields
Hammond
06.2006 - 05.2024
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Facilitated social interactions and community engagement to promote client inclusion and connection.
- Collaborated with team members to develop personalized care plans for individuals.
- Delivered emotional support and companionship to foster client well-being and reduce feelings of isolation.
- Facilitated social interactions and community engagement to promote client inclusion and connection.
- Guided clients on nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices during meal preparation to improve overall health awareness.
- Delivered emotional support and companionship to foster client well-being and reduce feelings of isolation.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate records for care assessments.
- Cultivated relationships with residents to support happiness and emotional well-being.
Education
Amite High School
Amite, LASkills
- Care plan development
- Client monitoring
- Healthcare reporting
- Nutrition guidance
Certification
Passed the paraprofessional assessment test
Timeline
Direct Care Worker
Hammond Strawberry Fields
06.2006 - 05.2024
Amite High School