Dayvonna Smith
Lexington
Summary
Dedicated Respite Care Worker at Employment Solutions, skilled in compassionate caregiving and patient monitoring. Enhanced resident well-being through personalized care and engaging activities, fostering a safe environment. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to safety protocols, ensuring dignity and comfort for all clients. Committed to teamwork and emotional support in caregiving.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respite Care Worker
Employment Solutions
Lexington, KY
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted residents with basic activities of daily living.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, and automobiles.
- Designed and implemented various activities to encourage socialization and aid residents in identifying potential.
- Delivered personalized care that respected clients' cultural and personal preferences, ensuring their dignity at all times.
- Established safe and nurturing environment for individuals under care, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
- Administered medications as prescribed, diligently following safety protocols to reduce potential risks or complications.
- Maintained detailed records of care provided, including progress notes and incident reports, to ensure transparency and accountability.
- Supported families in maintaining a stable home environment by offering temporary relief from caregiving duties.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive respite care services.
Assistant Manager
Wingkyng
Lexington, KY
08.2023 - 04.2025
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paul Lawrence Dunbar
Lexington, KY05-2023
Skills
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Compassionate caregiving
- Housekeeping tasks
- Reliability and punctuality
- Professional boundaries
- Safety precautions
- Patient monitoring
- Emotional support
- Respect for diversity
- Meal preparation
- Medical terminology
- Confidentiality adherence
- CPR training
- Transportation services
- Hygiene maintenance
- Disability awareness
- Personal care assistance
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Certification
- CPR/First Aid Certified
Timeline
Respite Care Worker
Employment Solutions
09.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager
Wingkyng
08.2023 - 04.2025
High School Diploma -
Paul Lawrence Dunbar