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BAILEY RUHAAK

BAILEY RUHAAK

Sioux Falls,SD

Summary

Well-trained in working with disabled individuals to support daily living needs in personal settings. Focused on helping each person thrive and improve their wellbeing with individualized care. Compassionate Direct Support Professional. Interacts with patients in diverse settings, including community, family, or individual homes and adult care facilities. Administers medications and supports ADLs aligned with care plans and provides companionship to promote overall health and wellbeing. Dependable worker equipped for fast paced work environments. Has attention to detail and seeks out opportunities to be above and beyond.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Support Technician

Lifescape Children’s Hospital
07.2023 - Current
  • Facilitated child growth by supporting daily living activities.
  • Implemented effective behavior intervention strategies to address challenging behaviors.
  • Applied customized support strategies for individuals.
  • Implemented strategies to enhance positive reinforcement.
  • Handled challenging scenarios to minimize disputes.
  • Facilitated development of social, communication, and behavioral skills for individuals with ASD.
  • Daily Living Skills Training
  • Engaged families in meaningful conversations.

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

SESDAC
05.2020 - Current
  • Supported level of care that enhanced patient health, safety, dignity, and contentment.
  • Delivered personal care and support aligned with individual support plans.
  • Monitored and assisted with daily living activities, including bathing, grooming, and room care.
  • Cleaned and organized living spaces to provide each person with the best environment for health and wellness.
  • Assisted with living transitions, supporting independent and assisted living skills
  • Helped clients learn how to take care of themselves by working with their disabilities to find new ways of completing common tasks.
  • Followed agency policy and procedures in administering care to clients.
  • Cooked healthy, balanced meals and snacks to meet the individual client's dietary needs.
  • Cooked meals based on nutritional requirements and special diets.
  • Performed routine housekeeping, including making beds, doing dishes, and sweeping.
  • Provided companionship throughout day, engaging clients in conversation and activities.
  • Assisted clients with bathing and dressing to promote good personal hygiene.
  • Advised clients on proper self-care, personal hygiene and other important topics affecting their personal wellbeing.
  • Maintained safe and clean patient environment
  • Observed self-administration of medications to adhere to medication regimen.
  • Administered medications

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

Sunrise Retirement Community
04.2020 - 11.2020
  • Monitored patient condition by recording vitals including blood pressure, respiration rates, and body temperature.
  • Responded immediately to calls from patients for assistance or treatment and alerted medical staff to emergency situations.
  • Helped residents with daily living tasks including feeding, dressing, and personal hygiene.
  • Supported patients with daily activities and attending to personal hygiene, transporting patients, and assisting them in walking and exercising.

Education

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT - undefined

Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - GENERAL

Vermillion High School
Vermillion, SD
05.2019

Skills

  • Interpersonal-compassion, empathy, patience
  • Attention to detail
  • Knowledge of some medical terminology
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Understanding of common disorders
  • Proper hygiene
  • Record-Keeping

Certification

CPR Certified in children and adults

Timeline

Medical Support Technician

Lifescape Children’s Hospital
07.2023 - Current

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

SESDAC
05.2020 - Current

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

Sunrise Retirement Community
04.2020 - 11.2020

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT - undefined

Western Iowa Tech Community College

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - GENERAL

Vermillion High School

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