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Afia Henry

Fredricksburg,VA

Summary

Level-headed professional with extensive experience helping patients and clients with self-care and day-to-day tasks. Kind and punctual individual assists with nursing treatments, supports diagnostic procedures and provides companionship. Passionate about improving well-being of others and providing compassionate treatment to patient community.

Work History

Direct Care Professional

Home Instead
04.2022 - Current
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
  • Analyzed overall patient performance and recommended adjustments to care plan goals, supporting individual progression.

Direct Support Professional

Good Neighbor
05.2017 - 09.2022
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.

Home Health Office Manager

Virginia Care Partners
10.2015 - 05.2017
  • Increased patient referrals by fostering strong relationships with community partners, hospitals, and physicians.
  • Ensured compliance with all state and federal regulations through diligent documentation and thorough audits of home health services.
  • Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to discuss individual patients'' needs, develop comprehensive care plans, and coordinate services across multiple providers.
  • Ensured continuity of care for patients transitioning from hospital settings into their homes through effective communication with discharge planners.
  • Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Education

Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant

Northern Virginia Community College
Woodbridge, VA
03.1996

Skills

  • Care Plan Assessment
  • Client Documentation
  • State Regulations Knowledge
  • First Aid and Safety
  • Progress Documentation
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Care Plan Management
  • Patient Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Behavioral Management

Timeline

Direct Care Professional

Home Instead
04.2022 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Good Neighbor
05.2017 - 09.2022

Home Health Office Manager

Virginia Care Partners
10.2015 - 05.2017

Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant

Northern Virginia Community College

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