Adept at enhancing client well-being and independence, my tenure at Alternative Care Concepts Services honed my skills in crisis intervention and patient care. Leveraging empathy and strategic planning, I spearheaded initiatives that significantly improved community integration and client self-sufficiency. My background includes comprehensive training in CPR and a proven track record in fostering meaningful client connections.
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Brittany Flaherty
Summary
Overview
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Alternative Care Concepts Services4811 Monroe HWY, Ball, LA 71405
DSW Worker
02.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, noting any changes in behavior or health status for review by the team.
- Conversed, entertained and read aloud to clients to promote mental health and alertness.
- Spearheaded group therapy sessions focusing on topics such as anger management or stress reduction, fostering meaningful connections between clients.
- Ensured client safety with thorough risk assessments and consistent monitoring of their environment.
- Enhanced community integration for clients through participation in social activities and outings.
- Promoted a healthy lifestyle among clients by facilitating exercise programs and encouraging balanced nutrition choices.
- Facilitated skill-building workshops to increase clients'' independence and selfsufficiency.
Woodshaven Nursing Home8275 US-165, Pollock,LA 71467
CNA
08.2017 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
Blessings At Home842 W Bradford St. Jena, LA 71342
DSW
06.2014 - 09.2016
Job overview
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
Unitech Training AcademyAlexandria, LA
Associate of Arts from Certified Nursing Assistant
04.2016
University Overview
Career Technical CollegeMonroe, LA
Associate of Arts from Medical Assisting
09.2015
University Overview
Jena High SchoolJena, LA
High School Diploma
05.2013
University Overview
Skills
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Activities of daily living assistance
- Daily living activities
- Medication monitoring
- Heavy Lifting
- Direct care
- Transportation
- Professional boundaries
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Mobility support
- Client Advocacy
- First Aid Training
- Light Housekeeping
- Crisis Intervention
- Safety Monitoring
- Housekeeping abilities
- Progress Monitoring
- Community Integration
- Transportation Services
- Recreational Activities
- Empathy Development
- Continuing education
- Nutrition knowledge
- Mandatory reporting
- Organization
- Patient Care
- Worker Training
- Strategic Planning
- Damage Assessment
- EKG
- Phelebotomy
- vital signs
- CPR
- Bronze on work keys
Timeline
DSW Worker
Alternative Care Concepts Services
02.2024 - Current
CNA
Woodshaven Nursing Home
08.2017 - 08.2018
DSW
Blessings At Home
06.2014 - 09.2016
Unitech Training Academy
Associate of Arts from Certified Nursing Assistant
Career Technical College
Associate of Arts from Medical Assisting
Jena High School
High School Diploma