Jaydaya Bleach
Allentown,PA
Summary
Compassionate and experienced professional in mental health and intellectual disability care. Skilled in providing long-term residential care, adult daycare, and hospice services. Proficient in hospice care, medication administration, and feeding assistance. Dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals through personalized care and teamwork. Seeking a position where experience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) can make a meaningful impact.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Care Provider CNA
Family Pillars Hospice
07.2019 - Current
- Provide compassionate care to patients in hospice settings, focusing on comfort and quality of life during end-of-life stages
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans that meet the physical and emotional needs of patients and their families
- Proficient in hospice care practices, assisting with activities of daily living, including cooking, cleaning, bathing, and feeding, while ensuring dignity and respect
- Utilize Sit to Stand equipment to assist patients with mobility and transfers safely
- Conduct medication passes and manage symptoms as directed by nursing staff, maintaining accurate records and communication with the healthcare team
- Support families by offering emotional and practical assistance, ensuring they are informed and comfortable with the care process
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress through effective communication and active listening skills.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries
03.2017 - 06.2019
- Delivered patient care in a long-term care facility, assisting with personal hygiene, feeding, and mobility
- Conducted medication passes under the supervision of nursing staff, maintaining accurate records and care documentation
- Supported elderly patients with emotional care and comfort during end-of-life stages, providing hospice care to ensure dignity and peace
- Assisted residents with total care, including showers, bed baths, and laundry, promoting their comfort and well-being
- Worked as part of a dedicated healthcare team, ensuring residents' safety and well-being
- Supported needs of 8+ residents under long-term care.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Holy Family Manor
04.2013 - 08.2016
- Provided compassionate care to elderly residents in a long-term care facility
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as cooking, cleaning, feeding, bathing, and personal hygiene
- Conducted medication passes under the direction of nursing staff and maintained accurate documentation
- Collaborated with nursing teams to ensure high-quality patient care and resident safety
- Supported residents emotionally during end-of-life care, providing dignity and comfort
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Mental Health Technician
Step by Step
07.2012 - 03.2013
- Provided direct care and support to individuals with mental health challenges in a residential setting
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management
- Conducted medication passes, ensuring adherence to protocols and maintaining accurate documentation
- Supported clients in developing life skills and coping strategies, facilitating their ability to live independently in the community
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to create and implement individualized treatment plans, promoting community engagement
- Ensured a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering emotional stability and well-being
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
- Educated patients on coping strategies and self-help techniques to better manage their mental health symptoms.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as grooming, meal preparation, or mobility when necessary.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support during their mental health journey.
Direct Support Professional
Keystone Community Resources
08.2008 - 01.2011
- Provided personalized care and support to individuals with intellectual disabilities in a long-term care residential setting and adult daycare program
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as feeding, bathing, and mobility using equipment like Hoyer lifts and Sit to Stand devices
- Organized and led group activities in the adult daycare setting, promoting social engagement and cognitive stimulation
- Administered medications as per physician's orders and ensured accurate documentation
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals and family members to develop and implement care plans
- Fostered a supportive and safe environment, encouraging client independence and personal growth
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Organized recreational events that encouraged relationship building among clients and increased their sense of belonging within the group home setting.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute
5151 Tilghman St, Allentown PA 1810404.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Nursing
Lehigh Carbon Community College
718 Hamilton St, Allentown PA 1810107.2012
High School Diploma -
Scranton High School
63 Mike Munchak Way Scranton PA 1850806.2010
Skills
- Proficient in Hospice Care
- Mental Health and Intellectual Disability Care
- Community Integration and Support
- Long-Term Residential Care
- Adult Daycare Experience
- Medication Administration and Passing
- Daily Living Activities Support
- Sit to Stand and Hoyer Lift Operation
- Feeding Assistance
- Total Care (cooking, cleaning, bathing)
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- End-of-Life Care
- Direct Support Professional (DSP) Experience
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Skin care understanding
- Floor care expertise
Volunteer Experience
- Teacher's Aide, Volunteers of America (VOA), 730 W. Union Street, Allentown, PA, 18101, 11/01/11, 02/29/12, Assisted teachers in managing daily classroom activities and supervising children., Supported children with tasks such as reading, arts and crafts, and group activities., Helped ensure the safety and well-being of all students in the daycare environment.
- Teacher's Aide, (Daycare Name), (Location), 11/01/11, 02/29/12, Volunteered as a teacher's aide, assisting with the daily activities of young children in a daycare setting., Helped supervise children and supported their learning through reading, art projects, and interactive play., Assisted daycare staff with meal preparation and ensured the children's safety and well-being.
- Participant, Walk for Autism, Scranton, PA, 06/01/08, Participated in a fundraising walk to raise awareness and support for autism research and resources., Collaborated with community members to advocate for individuals with autism and their families.
Certificationsandawards
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Lehigh Carbon Community College, 02/01/12
- Medication Administration Training
- CPR and First Aid Certified
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Hospice Care Provider CNA
Family Pillars Hospice
07.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries
03.2017 - 06.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Holy Family Manor
04.2013 - 08.2016
Mental Health Technician
Step by Step
07.2012 - 03.2013
Direct Support Professional
Keystone Community Resources
08.2008 - 01.2011
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- First Aid Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Nursing
Lehigh Carbon Community College
High School Diploma -
Scranton High School
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