Michelle Kelly
Las Vegas
Summary
With a proven track record at Durango Personal Care, I excel in delivering compassionate emotional support and expert dementia care, enhancing patient independence and wellbeing. My adeptness in behavioral management and personal hygiene assistance, coupled with a commitment to HIPAA compliance, has significantly improved patient satisfaction and safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCA
Durango Personal Care
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support
- Developed strong relationships with patients' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for each patient
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
- Promoted social interaction among residents within a long-term care facility which enhanced overall quality of life
- Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them to rest and recharge while ensuring the continued well-being of their loved one
- Performed wound care and dressing changes, facilitating timely healing and recovery
- Supported the physical therapy process by guiding patients through prescribed exercises under therapist supervision
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
PCA
Elkhorn Senior Living
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for each patient
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
- Promoted social interaction among residents within a long-term care facility which enhanced overall quality of life
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
PCA
My Healthy Life Services
03.2021 - 08.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents
- Developed strong relationships with patients' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary outings for patients who required assistance outside of the home setting
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for each patient
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers
- Promoted social interaction among residents within a long-term care facility which enhanced overall quality of life
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and disease management strategies, empowering them to take control of their health
- Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them to rest and recharge while ensuring the continued well-being of their loved one
- Performed wound care and dressing changes, facilitating timely healing and recovery
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing
- Supported the physical therapy process by guiding patients through prescribed exercises under therapist supervision
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record
- 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
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
PCA
Nevadas Best PCA
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and wellness
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
PCA
At Your Service Home Care
11.2019 - 03.2022
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary outings for patients who required assistance outside of the home setting
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers
- Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them to rest and recharge while ensuring the continued well-being of their loved one
- Supported the physical therapy process by guiding patients through prescribed exercises under therapist supervision
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
PCA
Journeys Community Services
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care
- Developed strong relationships with patients' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively
- Administered medications as prescribed, preventing adverse reactions or complications
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary outings for patients who required assistance outside of the home setting
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for each patient.
Caregiver
Libra Homecare
07.2015 - 12.2016
- Assisted in activities of Daily Living
- Pericare, G-Tube Feedings, Glucose checks, Turning every two hrs, Caring for clients animals, Medication administration/reminders, Vital signs, Meal preparation.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Prestige Career College
Huntington Park, CA07.2024
High School Diploma -
Parkridge Private School
Long Beach, CA07.2016
Medical Assistance -
ICDC College
Hollywood, CA03.2012
Skills
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Behavioral Management
- Emotional Support
- Dementia Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- End of life care
- Diabetes management
- Nutrition monitoring
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Transfer Techniques
- Infection prevention
- Catheter Care
- Hospice and palliative care
- Data Collection
- Time Management
Certification
- BLS
- Medical Terminology
- CNA
- Medical Assistant
Accomplishments
- At My life Healthy service I earned employee of the month in less than 60 days.
- In my Medical Assistant program I earned an award for my vein puncture and EKG.
Timeline
PCA
Durango Personal Care
11.2022 - 01.2024
PCA
Elkhorn Senior Living
11.2022 - 12.2023
PCA
Nevadas Best PCA
08.2021 - 09.2022
PCA
My Healthy Life Services
03.2021 - 08.2023
PCA
At Your Service Home Care
11.2019 - 03.2022
PCA
Journeys Community Services
08.2019 - 11.2019
Caregiver
Libra Homecare
07.2015 - 12.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Prestige Career College
High School Diploma -
Parkridge Private School
Medical Assistance -
ICDC College
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