Sample Direct Care Worker Resume

You’re probably wondering what a direct care worker resume looks like. Finding the right example will give you the edge you need to get that call. Many employers and recruiters want to see a resume that catches their eye by being an easy read. Experience in the position you are applying to is going to be more important than something similar. Bring your experience to the one piece of paper that lets you brag about yourself!

sample direct care worker resume
 

  John Smith

1234 General Way | (123) 456-7891 | myemail123@emailexample.com

Objective

Hardworking Direct Care Professional skilled at wound care, mobility assistance, and charting. Highly flexible and willing to work all shifts. Empathetic, patient-focused caregiver with experience in home and hospital settings.

 

Certifications
CPR, First Aid, and BLS Certifications

Skill Highlights

  • Medication Management
  • Doctor’s Appointments
  • Personal Care Assistance
  • Respiratory Equipment Training
  • Documentation procedures expert
  • Trained in catheter change and preparation
  • General Housekeeping Ability
  • Medical Terminology Knowledge
  • Valid New York Driver’s License

Professional Experience

DIRECT CARE PROFESSIONAL | TOTAL WELLNESS SUPPORT SERVICES | 11/2010 TO CURRENT

  • Provide in-home patient care for developmentally disabled and geriatric patients
  • Bathe, groom, and assist patients with daily living activities
  • Accompany patients to doctor’s appointment and bring necessary documents or medication
  • Administer medication per instructions and develop systems to ensure patients continue regime when alone.
  • Keep homes neat and clean with light housekeeping duties
  • Cook meals for patients and clean up dishes

DIRECT CARE PROFESSIONAL | IRC HEALTH SOLUTIONS | 03/2007 TO 10/2010

  • Documented patient behaviors and assisted with treatment modalities
  • Drove patients to doctor’s appointments to run routine errands
  • Trained patients on simple care activities such as housekeeping and grooming
  • Protected patients in carrying out basic daily activities
  • Kept patient environment safe and hazard-free

FOOD SERVICE SPECIALIST | NORWELL HEALTH HOSPITAL | 01/2004 TO 02/2007

  • Cooked over 1,000 meals/per day in large county hospital
  • Followed recipes closely and/or adapted as needed to accommodate patient dietary needs
  • Prepared service carts to deliver meals to patient rooms and serving containers for cafeteria meals.