Committed Direct Care Worker brings success in healthcare roles. Skilled at assisting with daily living activities and meal preparation. Focused on maintaining client safety and comfort through continuous monitoring and care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Northeastern Family Institute
Danvers, MA
09.2016 - Current
Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
Caregiver
Senior Helpers
Westford, MA
06.2010 - Current
Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Masaka Secondary School
Masaka, Uganda
12-1990
Skills
Indirect Patient Care
Progress Documentation
Chronic Disease Management
Patient Management
Disability Awareness
First aid and safety
Care Delivery
ADL support
Direct Patient Care
Safety Monitoring
Healthcare
Client documentation
Behavioral Management
Client Support
Health Services
Patient Care
Nutrition
Personal care assistance
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant.
First Aid and CPR.
Certificate of Appreciation, NFI MASSACHUSETTS ABI PROGRAM, support during COVID19 pandemic.
Certificate of Completion, Senior Helpers' University, completion of Senior Gems Alzheimer's' Training.
Driver's License.
Accomplishments
Service award in recognition of 3 years of service to NAFI/NFI
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Northeastern Family Institute
09.2016 - Current
Caregiver
Senior Helpers
06.2010 - Current
High School Diploma -
Masaka Secondary School
Certified Nursing Assistant.
First Aid and CPR.
Certificate of Appreciation, NFI MASSACHUSETTS ABI PROGRAM, support during COVID19 pandemic.
Certificate of Completion, Senior Helpers' University, completion of Senior Gems Alzheimer's' Training.
Driver's License.
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