Lasandra S. Care Companion in Jackson, MS 39213

Work Experience
The Orchard/Arbor Ridgeland MS
CNA November 2011 - October 2014
Measure and record food and liquid intake or urinary and fecal output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Feed patients or assist patients to eat or drink.
Prepare or serve food trays.
Provide physical support to assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or exercising.
Record vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff.
Review patients' dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences to ensure patient receives appropriate diet.
Specialty Health CareRidgelandMS
DSP(Direct Support Professional) October 2014 - Present
Care for children who are disabled or who have sick or disabled parents.
Perform a variety of duties as requested by client, such as obtaining household supplies or running errands.
Provide patients and families with emotional support and instruction in areas such as caring for infants, preparing healthy meals, living independently, or adapting to disability or illness.
Plan, purchase, prepare, or serve meals to patients or other family members, according to prescribed diets.