Abigail Brisbane
Staten Island,USA
Summary
Enhanced client well-being by facilitating daily living activities and providing dependable transportation. Improved quality of life for developmentally disabled clients through dedicated and compassionate care. Promoted dignity and comfort, resulting in increased client satisfaction and trust.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Office Of People With Developmental Disability
Staten Island, NY
01.2025 - Current
- Supported individuals with disabilities in daily living activities, enhancing independence and quality of life.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and advocating for necessary adjustments in support strategies.
- Trained new staff in best practices for direct support, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and care standards.
- Implemented community integration activities, promoting social skills and fostering relationships among clients and peers.
- Facilitated communication between clients and families, providing updates on progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- 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.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
Direct Support Professional
Community Resources And Support Services
Staten Island, NY
02.2019 - Current
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Insulin Administration
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
Direct Support Professional
Heartshare Human Services of NY
Staten Island, NY
03.2018 - Current
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Changed bed linens, made bed and laundered soiled linens to keep patients' bed clean.
- Monitored vital signs during medication administration to quickly identify complications.
- Maintained medication stock and performed cleaning of patient rooms and equipment.
- Temperature and Vitals signs checked.
- Insulin medication administered and diabetic sensors changing
- Yearly diabetic in service class
Direct Support Professional
Independent Living Association Inc.
Staten Island, NY
01.2018 - Current
- Checked mail, shopped for groceries and handled bill payments.
- Prepared food and helped patients eat to support healthy nutrition.
- Helped patients adjust to hospital routines and thrive in structured environments.
- Feeding tube assistant.
- Vitals, Temperature and Respiration Checks
- Medication Administration
- Bed-bound changing patients clothing and showering
Patient Care Technician
Northwell Health
Staten Island, NY
02.2023 - 02.2026
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care activities and daily living tasks.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for healthcare team review.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
Education
Associate of Arts - Licensed Cosmetologist
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute New York
New York, NY07.2012
High School Diploma - undefined
Port Richmond High School
Staten Island, NY06.2011
Skills
- Provided support in client safety and first aid procedures Delivered compassionate care to clients in need Assisted in behavior redirection during challenging situations Helped manage crises effectively Maintained accurate healthcare records for clients Documented client interactions and care plans Administered medications as prescribed
Certification
- Personal Care Aide (PCA)
- Licensed Cosmetologist- 2012
- CPR
- SCIP-R
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Office Of People With Developmental Disability
01.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Northwell Health
02.2023 - 02.2026
Direct Support Professional
Community Resources And Support Services
02.2019 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Heartshare Human Services of NY
03.2018 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Independent Living Association Inc.
01.2018 - Current
Associate of Arts - Licensed Cosmetologist
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute New York
High School Diploma - undefined
Port Richmond High School