Kayla Williams
Clarksville
Summary
With a proven track record in Healthcare, I excel in compassionate caregiving and behavioral management, significantly enhancing patient well-being. My expertise in ADL support and medication administration, coupled with a commitment to high-quality client care, has consistently improved patient outcomes, with a notable increase in patient satisfaction scores.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
At Home Health Care
Consumer Direct Care Network-Tennessee
12.2024 - Current
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
- Planned and implemented community outreach and events to provide health education about cancer, self-care and preventive breast examinations.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
Residential House Cleaner
Cleaning With Grace
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, hallways, bedrooms, living rooms and kitchens.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Provided excellent house cleaning and maid services to clients.
- Exceeded client expectations to garner future services.
- Maintained clean and orderly environment and kept cleaning equipment in excellent condition.
- Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
Direct Support Professional
P.D.I
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
Patient Care Partner
Tennova Hospital
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- 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.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Home Health Aide
Right At Home Health Care
07.2017 - 08.2022
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
COVID-19 Screener
Randstad
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Oversaw in-person and curbside patient registration and processing.
- Obtained temperatures of visitors and employees at entry of facility and asked screening questions.
- Protected individual confidentiality as prescribed by local, state, and federal mandates.
- Donned and removed personal protective equipment (PPE) per company protocols.
- Monitored individuals for signs and symptoms of COVID-19 to apply prompt response and medical attention.
- Followed CDC guidelines to establish accuracy and compliance with COVID-19 protocols.
Resident Care Aide
Arcadia
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kelso High School
Kelso, WA06-2009
Skills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Behavioral management
- Client transportation
- Recreational activities
- ADL support
- Medication administration
- Compassionate client care
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association.
Timeline
At Home Health Care
Consumer Direct Care Network-Tennessee
12.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
P.D.I
07.2023 - 01.2024
Residential House Cleaner
Cleaning With Grace
01.2023 - 08.2024
Patient Care Partner
Tennova Hospital
01.2023 - 09.2023
COVID-19 Screener
Randstad
01.2020 - 01.2022
Resident Care Aide
Arcadia
12.2018 - 01.2020
Home Health Aide
Right At Home Health Care
07.2017 - 08.2022
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association.
High School Diploma -
Kelso High School
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