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Roberta Sams

Sauk Villiage

Summary

Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

DSP(Direct Support Professional)

Bethshan Association
11.2021 - Current
  • Provided care for individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

PCS Aide

Addus Home Health Care
03.2012 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Offered caring companionship and emotional support.
  • Facilitated recreational activities tailored to individual patient interests, promoting social engagement and mental stimulation.
  • Established trusting relationships with patients through consistent reliability and genuine empathy toward their unique situations.
  • Aided in maintaining a clean living environment, performing housekeeping tasks such as laundry, dishwashing, and tidying up spaces.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Provide assistance with medication management.
  • Provide transportation to doctor's appointments.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lexington of Orland Park
04.2019 - 01.2020
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

LEA/CNA

Victory Center of Park Forest
03.2015 - 05.2018
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Managed medication administration accurately to ensure resident safety and adherence to prescribed regimens.
  • Implemented safe transfer techniques when assisting residents with mobility challenges, reducing the risk of falls or injuries.
  • Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere by engaging in friendly conversations with residents while respecting privacy boundaries.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.

Personal Assistant

Illinois Department of Human Services
09.2012 - 05.2014
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Prairie Manor Rehabilitation & Healthcare
10.2009 - 07.2012
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
  • Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

DSP(Direct Support Professional)

CTF Illinois
05.2006 - 08.2007
  • Provide Care for individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.

DSP( Direct Support Professional)

Trinity Services Group, Inc.
03.2007 - 04.2007
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.

Education

No Degree - Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program

Belken Academy
Country Club Hills, IL
02-2006

GED -

Joiet Job Corp Center
Joliet, IL
12-2005

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Fast learner
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Clear communication
  • Attentive to people

Timeline

DSP(Direct Support Professional)

Bethshan Association
11.2021 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lexington of Orland Park
04.2019 - 01.2020

LEA/CNA

Victory Center of Park Forest
03.2015 - 05.2018

Personal Assistant

Illinois Department of Human Services
09.2012 - 05.2014

PCS Aide

Addus Home Health Care
03.2012 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Prairie Manor Rehabilitation & Healthcare
10.2009 - 07.2012

DSP( Direct Support Professional)

Trinity Services Group, Inc.
03.2007 - 04.2007

DSP(Direct Support Professional)

CTF Illinois
05.2006 - 08.2007

No Degree - Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program

Belken Academy

GED -

Joiet Job Corp Center

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