Dakota Skipper
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Summary
Compassionate PCA recognized for ability to complete tasks efficiently and productively. Skilled in patient care, medication administration, and mobility assistance. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring high-quality care and support for clients in various settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCA
Hoffmanhomes
Littlestown
07.2025 - Current
- Supported therapeutic activities to enhance patient engagement and well-being.
- Participated in training sessions to improve caregiving skills and knowledge.
- Counseled students on personal matters such as mental health or family issues.
- Provided individual, family, and group therapy sessions to address mental health issues.
- Provided mental health assessments and evaluations of patients.
- Provided referrals for additional mental health services when necessary.
- Counseled individuals struggling with mental health issues like depression or anxiety.
- Offered referrals for mental health services or other specialized assistance.
- Assisted clients in developing strategies for managing their mental health symptoms.
Caregiver
Penncares
Hanover
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients at all times.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Assisted in meal preparation, ensuring nutritional needs were met daily.
- Documented client progress and care activities in detailed logs accurately.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- 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.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- 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.
CNA Student
Hanover Hall Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Hanover
01.2023 - 11.2024
Education
Hanover High School
Hanover, PASkills
- Therapeutic support
- Mental health assessment
- Daily living assistance
- Emotional support
- Personal care management
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Rehabilitation support
- Dementia care
- Behavioral management
- End-of-life care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Family support
- Emergency response
- Meal preparation
- Patient assistance
- Basic life support
- Patient observation
Certification
- CPR
- MANDATORY REPORTER
- SCM TRAINING
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
PCA
Hoffmanhomes
07.2025 - Current
Caregiver
Penncares
12.2024 - 06.2025
CNA Student
Hanover Hall Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.2023 - 11.2024
Hanover High School