Compassionate Inpatient Support Specialist at Eskenazi Hospital with expertise in patient management and crisis intervention. Proven ability to enhance patient independence through effective care plans and education. Skilled in documentation and behavioral management, fostering a supportive environment that promotes well-being and seamless transitions in care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inpatient Support Specialist
Eskenazi Hospital
Indianapolis, Indiana
08.2024 - Current
Proactively contributes to Eskenazi Health’s mission: Advocate, Care, Teach and Serve with special emphasis on the vulnerable population of Marion County; models Eskenazi Health’s values of Professionalism, Respect, Innovation, Development and Excellence
Embraces, understands, and operates under the Recovery Model, including AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You) and the spirit of motivational interviewing
Establishes and maintains a safe environment at all times through on-going assessment of milieu/appointment environment and intervenes as indicated in the care plan as well as by nursing or physician order
Provides activities of daily living skills training and development to clients in group and individual settings, as guided by medical necessity outlined in the care plan, for the purpose of promoting independence or maintaining the current level of functioning.
Manages physical and verbal aggression by practicing the principles of the CPI Verbal Escalation Continuum, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention with advanced physical skills, and actively participating in the seclusion/restraint team as a last resort.
Exhibits patience and tact while interacting with a wide variety of people, often during times of stress
Provides other emergency interventions including but not limited to cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Meets the agency’s standard of timely completion of all acute care required documentation according to guidelines for timeliness and accuracy
Participates in staff debriefings which provide the opportunity for the employee to process and cope with stressful events, identify opportunities for improvement, and to provide emotional support to each other
Monitoring and providing direct care to clients one on one
Performs selected procedures, including but not limited to performing vital signs, collecting specimens, monitoring nutritional status, assisting patients with bathing, feeding, toileting, and other such duties as assigned by the supervisor and within the scope of practice.
Meets agency requirements for continuing education
Direct Support Professional
Indiana Mentor Network
03.2017 - 11.2022
Assisted individuals with daily living activities to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop and implement person-centered care plans.
Monitored and documented client progress, ensuring accurate records for future assessments.
Provided emotional support and companionship to clients, fostering a positive environment.
Caregiver
Residential Services, Inc.
12.2016 - 08.2020
Provided compassionate support to clients in daily living activities, enhancing overall well-being.
Assisted with medication management and adherence, ensuring client safety and health compliance.
Developed personalized care plans based on individual needs, promoting tailored support strategies.
Implemented effective communication techniques with clients and families, fostering trust and collaboration.
Trained new caregivers in best practices for patient care and safety protocols, improving team efficiency.
Monitored client progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals, facilitating timely interventions.
Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
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