Brandon Bohrer
Hudson,WY
Summary
Adept at crisis management and compassionate caregiving, I leveraged these skills at ResCare to enhance client well-being and safety. My proactive approach in emergency situations and dedication to client support significantly reduced challenging behaviors, showcasing my ability to blend critical first-aid knowledge with empathetic patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Community Entry Services
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Assisted with personal care tasks, respecting clients' dignity and promoting self-reliance.
Direct Support Professional
Northern Inc
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
ResCare
06.2017 - 08.2023
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Managed challenging situations with empathy, patience, and effective problem-solving skills leading to positive outcomes for both clients and team members.
- Served as a knowledgeable advocate for clients during interactions with external agencies or service providers ensuring their rights, preferences, and needs were respected.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of direct support services.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Provided transportation to doctor's appointments, grocery stores, salons, and barbershops.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills, and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Developed crisis intervention strategies for challenging behaviors or situations in accordance with established guidelines while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eads High School
Eads, CO05-2007
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client Support
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Crisis Management
- Safety Monitoring
- Client Transportation
- First-aid and CPR
- Infection control procedures
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Community Entry Services
08.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Northern Inc
09.2023 - 07.2024
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
ResCare
06.2017 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Eads High School
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