Misty Evans
Mound Bayou
Summary
Dedicated direct care staff member with expertise in resident care, personal hygiene, and vital signs monitoring. Committed to fostering a safe, supportive environment while advocating for patient needs and maintaining accurate health documentation.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Care Staff Member
Stonebridge Memory Care
Jacksonville
06.2022 - 10.2025
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for all residents and staff.
- Engaged residents in social activities to promote mental stimulation and wellness.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to monitor resident health conditions.
- Documented resident progress and changes in behavior accurately and timely.
- Provided emotional support to residents and families during challenging times.
- Trained new staff on caregiving techniques and safety protocols effectively.
- Utilized appropriate techniques when dealing with challenging behaviors.
- Performed housekeeping tasks, such as changing linens and cleaning rooms.
- Supervised activities of daily living for clients.
- Provided personal care to clients, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Supported client rights in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ethical standards.
- Communicated effectively with other members of the healthcare team.
- Adhered to professional standards, facility policies and procedures.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving client health or safety.
- Encouraged socialization among clients through recreational activities.
- Maintained accurate records and reports related to client care activities.
- Cared for individuals or families during periods of illness or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care, or help in adjusting to new lifestyles.
- Participated in training programs as required by state licensing regulations.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations as needed.
- Promoted a positive environment that respects the dignity of residents and clients.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to clients during difficult times.
- Transported specimens or pharmacy items along with proper documentation to authorized personnel.
- Entertained or read aloud to patients to improve mental health and alertness.
- Applied clean dressings, stockings or support bandages under direction of nurse or physician.
- Exercised comatose, paralyzed, or restricted mobility patients to maintain flexibility and muscle tone.
- Assessed changes in physical or mental condition and reported findings to supervisor.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Assisted individuals in development of social skills to become integrated in community.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
- Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
Resident Attendant
Heritage Health Therapy & Senior Care
Jacksonville
09.2018 - 04.2022
- Promoted resident comfort and cleanliness through consistent bed preparation.
- Responded promptly to call lights, addressing resident needs efficiently.
- Served food trays and beverages during mealtimes to support nutrition.
- Distributed ice water and snacks regularly to maintain hydration.
- Conducted intakes for all residents, collecting essential information effectively.
- Accompanied residents to doctor appointments, providing necessary assistance.
- Managed inventory and distributed supplies biweekly on Mondays and Fridays.
- Engaged residents to foster connections and encourage community participation.
- Encouraged residents to eat and drink. For residents who couldn't feed themselves, I assisted them.
Unit Assistant
Heritage Health: Therapy & Senior Care
Jacksonville
01.2008 - 09.2018
- Ensured resident comfort by making beds and changing linens as needed.
- Distributed snacks and ice water to maintain hydration between meals.
- Responded promptly to residents' call lights to address needs efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness in common areas while assisting CNAs with daily tasks.
- Served food trays and beverages efficiently, enhancing dining experiences.
- Conducted post-meal intakes to assess resident needs and preferences.
- Accompanied residents to doctors' appointments, providing essential support.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Provided comfort and support to patients during their recovery process.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients by following infection control protocols.
- Organized medical supplies and equipment in a neat and orderly manner.
- Participated in educational programs related to health unit aide duties.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately and timely.
- Served meals to hospitalized patients according to dietary requirements.
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner, directing them to appropriate personnel or areas as needed.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean environment within the health unit area.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly sanitized before each use.
- Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
- Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate medical or adminstrative staff.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Greeted patients, determined purpose of visit and directed to appropriate staff.
Education
GED -
Lincoln Land Community College
Jacksonville, IL11-2005
Skills
- Resident care
- Personal hygiene
- Vital signs monitoring
- Health documentation
- Emergency response
- Patient advocacy
References
References available upon request.
Certification
Certified Resident Attendant
Timeline
Direct Care Staff Member
Stonebridge Memory Care
06.2022 - 10.2025
Resident Attendant
Heritage Health Therapy & Senior Care
09.2018 - 04.2022
Unit Assistant
Heritage Health: Therapy & Senior Care
01.2008 - 09.2018
GED -
Lincoln Land Community College