JOHN T BARNES JR
Fayette
Summary
Dedicated Direct Care Worker with proven expertise in patient care and behavioral management, honed at Lincoln Residential Center and other esteemed facilities. Excelled in providing emotional support and administering medication, significantly enhancing patient well-being. Renowned for reliability and the ability to create a safe, compassionate environment, reflecting key employer-sought skills.
Experienced with providing personal care and support to individuals in need. Utilizes effective communication and empathetic approaches to enhance client well-being. Knowledge of best practices in patient care ensures consistently high-quality service.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Care Worker
Mississippi Department Of Rehabilitation Services
02.2014 - 11.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and individualized care tailored to their specific needs.
PCA
Heart 2 Heart Home Care
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
Direct Care Worker
Lincoln Residential Center
02.2000 - 04.2001
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using appropriate de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies when necessary.
- Demonstrated empathy and understanding while addressing the diverse cultural, social, emotional, or intellectual needs of each patient.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and individualized care tailored to their specific needs.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Programming
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA05-2001
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA05-1998
Skills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Reliability and punctuality
- Meal preparation
- CPR certified
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Care plan assessment
- First aid and safety
- Emotional support
- Behavioral management
Certification
- Certified Caregiving Consultant (CCC) - Caregiving.com.
- Adult CPR/AED certification – American Red Cross.
- Home Health Aide Certification (HHA) - National Association for Home Care & Hospice.
- Mental Health First Aid USA certification – National Council for Behavioral Health.
Timeline
PCA
Heart 2 Heart Home Care
03.2023 - 03.2024
Direct Care Worker
Mississippi Department Of Rehabilitation Services
02.2014 - 11.2024
Direct Care Worker
Lincoln Residential Center
02.2000 - 04.2001
Master of Science - Computer Programming
Grambling State University
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Grambling State University
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