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Kaitlyn Bass

Hertford

Summary

Compassionate caregiving professional skilled in personalized care plans, dementia care, and emotional support. Committed to enhancing client well-being through observational skills and daily living support.

Personal Care Aide experienced in assisting clients with mental impairments or physical limitations to manage everyday tasks. Skilled in geriatric care and providing companionship and direct assistance to cognitively impaired clients.

Positive and compassionate personality, with deep understanding of needs of individuals requiring personal care. Knowledge of basic healthcare practices and proficiency in assisting with daily living activities, including bathing and meal preparation. Committed to enhancing quality of life for clients by providing supportive and empathetic care.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Care Assistant

Edenton Primetime Retirement Home
Edenton Nc
08.2025 - Current
  • Educated clients and families on health management techniques to promote informed decision-making in care.
  • Conducted regular assessments of client needs, adapting services to improve satisfaction and outcomes consistently.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
  • Contributed to a positive home atmosphere by engaging clients in conversation and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
  • Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Assisted clients with meal planning and preparation, taking into consideration dietary restrictions and preferences for optimal nutrition.
  • Prevented injuries through diligent observation of the environment and prompt intervention when needed during mobility assistance tasks.

Cashier

Food Lion
Hertford, NC
11.2022 - 04.2025

Greet customers , ring up their groceries and bag the items

  • Processed customer transactions efficiently at point-of-sale systems.
  • Maintained accurate cash drawer and balanced end-of-shift reports.
  • Assisted customers with product inquiries and troubleshooting.
  • Trained new staff on register operations and customer service techniques.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.

Personal Care Assistant

Curritucl House
Moyock, NC
07.2024 - 11.2024
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
  • Developed personalized care plans based on individual needs and preferences to ensure tailored support.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to monitor client progress and adjust care strategies as necessary.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support, fostering strong relationships with clients to encourage well-being.
  • Trained new staff on best practices for personal care assistance, ensuring high standards of service delivery.
  • Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure environment for clients, minimizing risks during care activities.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

Education

No Degree - High School Diploma

John A Holmes High School
Edenton, NC
06.2022

Skills

  • Grooming assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Toileting assistance
  • Personal hygiene
  • Fall prevention
  • Companionship
  • Observational skills
  • Patient lifting techniques
  • Activities of daily living support
  • Personal errands assistance
  • Dementia care

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Personal Care Assistant

Edenton Primetime Retirement Home
08.2025 - Current

Personal Care Assistant

Curritucl House
07.2024 - 11.2024

Cashier

Food Lion
11.2022 - 04.2025

No Degree - High School Diploma

John A Holmes High School
Kaitlyn Bass