Allison Delaney
New Brighton
Summary
Committed Direct Care Worker brings success in healthcare roles. Skilled at assisting with daily living activities and meal preparation. Focused on maintaining client safety and comfort through continuous monitoring and care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Residential companion
Lifesteps
Beaver
12.2018 - Current
- Supported individuals with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Assisted clients in social engagement and recreational activities.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients' comfort.
- Documented daily activities and client progress accurately.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to address client needs effectively.
- Communicated effectively with families to update on client well-being.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to appointments or outings.
- Encouraged client independence through skill-building exercises.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of all client interactions including changes in condition or behavior.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation, and shopping.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Documented client progress in charts and logbooks.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate.
- Remained up-to-date on safety protocols related to the care of elderly individuals.
- Coordinated with health care professionals regarding client care plans.
- Prepared meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations using appropriate crisis intervention techniques.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
Assistant Store Manager
Firehouse Subs
Cranberry
09.2011 - 09.2015
- Assisted in managing daily operations to ensure efficient store performance.
- Trained and developed team members on customer service standards and food safety.
- Oversaw inventory management and ensured product availability for customers.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
South College
Cranberry, PA 10.2025 - 05.2026
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medication administration
- Care plan coordination
NADSP certification
CPR & First Aid
Timeline
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
South College
10.2025 - 05.2026
Residential companion
Lifesteps
12.2018 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
Firehouse Subs
09.2011 - 09.2015