Annette Isaac
Direct Support Staff
Bishopville,SC
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with DSN Darlington County, skilled in compassionate caregiving and crisis management. Enhanced client independence through personalized care plans and effective behavioral management, achieving significant improvements in quality of life. Proficient in documentation and communication, ensuring seamless coordination among clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
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Certifications
Work History
Direct Support Professional
DSN Darlington County
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with team members and clients' families.
- Monitored client behavior, documenting changes to inform treatment and support strategies.
- Implemented recreational activities tailored to individual preferences, fostering social engagement.
- Trained new staff on client care protocols and safety procedures to ensure consistent service delivery.
- Evaluated progress towards goals, adjusting support strategies to optimize client outcomes.
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans.
Education
CNA - CNA
03.1984
High School Diploma -
06.1983
Skills
Time management
First aid and safety
Behavior redirection
Client support
Compassionate caregiving
Behavioral management
Client documentation
Housekeeping tasks
Decision-making support
Direct patient care
Transportation
Appointment scheduling
Patient care
Disability awareness
Client transportation
Goal setting
Team collaboration
Social skills development
Crisis management
Recreational activities
Patient management
Progress documentation
Individualized support planning
Patient assessments
Safety monitoring
Care plan management
Care plan assessment
Transportation assistance
Nutrition
Nutrition support
Case management
Problem-solving
Multitasking and organization
Daily living support
HIPAA compliance
Verbal and written communication
Behavioral support
Conflict resolution
Life skills training
Record keeping
De-escalation techniques
Mobility assistance
Self-care promotion
Infection control procedures
Wellness and nutrition knowledge
Health services
Personal care assistance
Community activities
Hygiene assistance
First aid and CPR
Healthcare
State regulations
Therapeutic instruction
Compassionate client care
CPR certification
Fast learner
Critical thinking
Documentation and recordkeeping
First aid certification
Attentive to people
Ability to lift
Cooking meals
Certified in CPR/AED
CPR/AED
Decision-making
Clear communication
Housekeeping
Certification
Cyber Security Training
Timeline
Direct Support Professional - DSN Darlington County
Atlanta Job Corps - CNA, CNA
My Pleasant High - High School Diploma,