Destiny Denney
Lexington
Summary
Dedicated Personal Care Assistant with a proven track record at Brookstone Retirement Center, excelling in compassionate patient care and effective communication. Skilled in meal preparation and meticulous record keeping, I foster strong relationships with clients and families, ensuring safety and emotional support while enhancing their quality of life.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Brookstone Retirement Center
Lexington
04.2024 - Current
- Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively and engaging them in meaningful conversations.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted in feeding when needed.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to supervisor immediately.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
Production Worker
Qualex Machining
Richmond
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Maintained inventory of raw materials, tools, parts, supplies, and finished goods.
- Communicated with team members regarding tasks assigned during shift.
- Assisted in setting up production lines for manufacturing processes.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Monitored inventory levels and replenished supplies as needed.
- Organized storage areas for efficient retrieval of items when needed.
Crew Member
McDonald's
Mount Vernon
04.2018 - 05.2020
- Processed takeout orders quickly to ensure timely delivery of meals.
- Chopped ingredients and prepped food items ahead of lunchtime and dinner rush periods.
- Welcomed and thanked guests to demonstrate appreciation for patronage.
- Wiped down tables and equipment, swept and refilled stock.
- Greeted customers upon arrival, provided menus and answered questions regarding menu items.
- Prepared beverages such as coffee drinks, smoothies and milkshakes according to company standards.
- Interacted pleasantly with guests to deliver quality customer service.
- Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
Skills
- Patient care
- Personal hygiene
- Meal preparation
- Record keeping
- Mobility assistance
- Client observation
- Communication skills
- Emotional support
- Team collaboration
- Safety awareness
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Compassionate caregiving
- First aid and safety
- Professionalism
- Respectful and compassionate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Brookstone Retirement Center
04.2024 - Current
Production Worker
Qualex Machining
05.2021 - 06.2022
Crew Member
McDonald's
04.2018 - 05.2020