Carol Kazinskas
Orange,Massachusetts
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional with experience at Commonwealth of Massachusetts, skilled in medication administration and behavior redirection. Enhanced client well-being through tailored care plans and crisis intervention, ensuring dignity and safety. Proven ability to document client progress effectively while promoting independence and self-esteem in individuals with disabilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Commonwealth Massachusetts
12.2021 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
CNA
Buckley Healthcare Center
03.2006 - 11.2021
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greenfield High School
Greenfield, MA06.1991
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medication administration
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety requirements
- Transportation
- Appointment scheduling
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Commonwealth Massachusetts
12.2021 - Current
CNA
Buckley Healthcare Center
03.2006 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Greenfield High School
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