
Accomplished Care Companion at Guthrie, skilled in compassionate caregiving and vital signs monitoring. Advocated for individuals with developmental disabilities, enhancing their quality of life through behavioral support and social interaction. Maintained strong ethics and compliance, achieving 100% adherence to state guidelines. Certified in CPR, demonstrating commitment to client safety and care excellence.
As a care companion, I would monitor patients receiving treatment. I would watch patients who are a fall risk, at risk of removing adaptive tube & lines, as well as patients categorized as elopement risks.
I would keep an up to date daily census of patients to maintain accurate record keeping.
I was responsible to alert medical staff should a patient consume foreign objects ( unauthorized medicines, alcohol, tobacco, etc)
As a direct support Professional, I would advocate for individuals with developmental disabilities in a variety of day to day life choices.
I would assist individuals with making healthy choices with their diets. I would emphasize the importance of cleanliness with their homes & laundry. I would work with individuals on money management to help them be satisfied with personal purchases and activities they wanted to attend.
I would regularly double check lists to guarantee compliance with state guidelines. I would attend meetings to discuss individual's progress.
I would complete fire drills quarterly with emphasis on RACE & PASS.
Every two years, I would complete CPR training to maintain certification.