Jerricca Gregory
Marienville,PA
Summary
Dedicated Personal Care Aide with a proven track record at Arcadia Health Care, skilled in compassionate caregiving and vital signs monitoring. Enhanced client satisfaction through personalized care plans and effective communication, fostering trust and emotional support. Committed to maintaining a safe environment while promoting independence and dignity for clients.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Aide
Arcadia Health Care
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for increased comfort and quality of life.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients, reducing health risks and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Provided timely assistance with personal hygiene tasks for improved self-esteem and dignity preservation.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing personalized care and attention to their specific needs.
- Implemented individualized care plans, ensuring each client received the appropriate level of support.
- Developed strong relationships with clients and families, resulting in trust and effective communication.
- Supported clients'' mental wellness through compassionate listening, empathetic responses, and encouragement during difficult times.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
CNA Student
Lutheran Home at Kane
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, reducing the risk of infection and falls.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and empathetic care.
- Developed strong communication skills through active listening and effective verbal interactions with patients and colleagues.
- Delivered high-quality personal care services within the scope of practice as a CNA student, ensuring patient satisfaction.
- Implemented effective time management strategies while completing assigned tasks efficiently during clinical rotations.
- Enhanced teamwork abilities by collaborating closely with other CNAs, nurses, and healthcare providers to achieve common goals.
- Assisted in the implementation of individualized care plans under the supervision of registered nurses or licensed practical nurses.
- Practiced proper infection control measures to prevent cross-contamination between patients and staff members.
- Displayed critical thinking skills when faced with complex caregiving scenarios involving multiple patients at once.
- Supported patient mobility by utilizing appropriate assistive devices such as lifts or gait belts during transfers or ambulation exercises.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, reporting any abnormal findings promptly to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working in fast-paced environments and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Completed clinical rotations in various healthcare settings, gaining diverse practical experience.
- Built rapport with patients and their families, establishing trust and promoting open communication regarding care needs.
- Participated in ongoing education opportunities to enhance knowledge base and stay up-to-date on industry best practices as a CNA student.
- Consistently followed HIPAA guidelines when handling sensitive patient information, safeguarding confidentiality rights.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient care outcomes.
- Provided accurate documentation of patient information, contributing to efficient care coordination.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Dietary Aide
Snyder Memorial
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring timely meal production and delivery.
- Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Supported fellow team members during peak times by assisting with tasks such as dishwashing and restocking supplies, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Assisted in the preparation of nutritious meals for patients with various medical conditions and dietary restrictions.
- Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
- Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays and immediately delivered to correct rooms.
- Ensured food safety compliance through proper storage, handling, and sanitation procedures, minimizing risk of contamination or illness.
- Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments, and tray card.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality meals tailored to their dietary needs and preferences.
- Discarded outdated food products and maintained waste disposal procedures.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained accurate records of patient meal orders to ensure appropriate distribution of meals according to individual requirements.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations when handling patient information, protecting confidentiality at all times.
- Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized meal plans based on patient needs, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients and their families, addressing concerns and answering questions about dietary guidelines and restrictions.
- Assisted dietitians in monitoring patient progress, adjusting meal plans as needed based on feedback from healthcare providers.
- Reduced food waste through careful portioning, inventory management, and creative use of leftover ingredients.
Dietary Aide
Jefferson Manor Nursing Home
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring timely meal production and delivery.
- Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Supported fellow team members during peak times by assisting with tasks such as dishwashing and restocking supplies, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Assisted in the preparation of nutritious meals for patients with various medical conditions and dietary restrictions.
- Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
- Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays and immediately delivered to correct rooms.
- Ensured food safety compliance through proper storage, handling, and sanitation procedures, minimizing risk of contamination or illness.
- Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments, and tray card.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality meals tailored to their dietary needs and preferences.
- Discarded outdated food products and maintained waste disposal procedures.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
- Maintained accurate records of patient meal orders to ensure appropriate distribution of meals according to individual requirements.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations when handling patient information, protecting confidentiality at all times.
- Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients and their families, addressing concerns and answering questions about dietary guidelines and restrictions.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized meal plans based on patient needs, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Streamlined meal assembly processes for faster service without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Assisted dietitians in monitoring patient progress, adjusting meal plans as needed based on feedback from healthcare providers.
- Reduced food waste through careful portioning, inventory management, and creative use of leftover ingredients.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on best practices in nutrition support services and foodservice operations.
- Prepared special dietary meals to meet individual patient needs, promoting better health outcomes.
- Trained new staff on dietary guidelines and kitchen procedures, elevating team competency levels.
Education
Diaploma - General
West Carroll Junior/ Senior High School
Atwood, TN05.2015
Skills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Housekeeping tasks
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Transportation assistance
- Emotional support
- First aid and safety
- Grooming assistance
- Client documentation
- Meal preparation
- Light housekeeping
- Client transportation
- ADL support
- Mobility assistance
- Care plan management
- Care plan assessment
- Healthcare coordination
- Companionship
- Client companionship
- Client safety and first aid
- Personal hygiene support
- Toileting assistance
- Quality program protocols
- Patient awareness
- State regulations
- Patient assistance
- Personal hygiene
- Shopping and errands
- Cooking and meal preparation
- Compassionate client care
- Fall prevention
- Respectful
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Multitasking and organization
- Daily living assistance
- Dependable and responsible
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Compassion and empathy
- Direct patient care
- Team collaboration
- HIPAA compliance
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Safety awareness
- Compassionate care
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Heavy lifting
- Compassionate communication
- Relationship building
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Housekeeping
- Social interaction
- Patient companionship
- Flexible schedule
- COVID-19 safety policies
- End-of-life care
- Supportive companionship
- Medication and appointment reminders
- Medical record-keeping
- Conflict resolution
- Documentation
- ADL assistance
- Incident reporting
- PPE usage
- Hoyer lifting equipment
- Stress management
- Nutrition
Certification
Cpr certified
First aid trained
Timeline
Personal Care Aide
Arcadia Health Care
10.2024 - Current
CNA Student
Lutheran Home at Kane
04.2024 - 10.2024
Dietary Aide
Snyder Memorial
07.2023 - 08.2023
Dietary Aide
Jefferson Manor Nursing Home
06.2022 - 08.2023
Diaploma - General
West Carroll Junior/ Senior High School
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