Abshira Abdi
Kansas City,Missouri
Summary
Highly dedicated and hard-working professional with over 7 years of extensive experience in the health field. Skilled in assisting individuals with disabilities and providing compassionate care to seniors with dementia and other cognitive impairments. Utilizes strong communication and relationship-building abilities to collaborate effectively with family members, advocating for patients and fostering exceptional teamwork.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medication Aide
Kingston Senior Living
03.2022 - Current
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
- Achieved high levels of efficiency while distributing medications by organizing daily routines around individual patient schedules and needs.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Enhanced patient health by accurately administering prescribed medications according to schedule.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
Direct Support Professional
Heartland
02.2021 - Current
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- 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 clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
Sales Associate
H&M Retail
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Marekting
Park University
Kansas City, MO05.2024
Associate of Arts - Marketing
Metropolitan Community College - Kansas City
Kansas City, MO12.2023
High School Diploma -
North Kansas City High School
Kansas City, MO05.2017
Skills
- Proficient in communication, quick to learn in fast-paced environments
- Skilled in task completion, leadership, patience, teamwork, attention to detail, and time management
- Problem-Solving
- Glucose Monitoring
- Insulin injection administration
- Emergency Care
- Team Coordination
- Certified Medication Aide
- Attention to Detail
- Documentation accuracy
- Patient Care
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Companionship and emotional support
- Basic Life Support
- Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
content creation
Outside of my academic and professional pursuits, I dedicate a significant amount of time to content creation. I thoroughly enjoy crafting fashion, beauty, and lifestyle videos. This creative endeavor has been a passion of mine for the past two years and continues to be one of my favorite hobbies.
Languages
Arabic
Elementary
somali
Full Professional
Timeline
Sales Associate
H&M Retail
10.2022 - 11.2023
Medication Aide
Kingston Senior Living
03.2022 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Heartland
02.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Marekting
Park University
Associate of Arts - Marketing
Metropolitan Community College - Kansas City
High School Diploma -
North Kansas City High School
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
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