Chelsea Akim
Portland,OR
Summary
Motivated direct support professional with experience supporting those with developmental disabilities.
Dedicated to excellent patient care through an empathetic approach. Thrives in team-based or independently motivated settings. I have a high level of flexibility, adaptability, and organizational skills. Superior leadership skills and demonstrated track record of success working with diverse client populations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Educational Opportunities in Home Living
01.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns in Therap
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Assisted with teaching skills to clients w/ autism
- Administer and monitor medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
Nursing Assistant
Sound Options
08.2016 - 12.2022
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Assist in activities of daily living: bathing, dressing, feeding, transferring, fluid monitor.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
Direct Support Professional
Community Resources
04.2014 - 07.2016
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
South Puget Sound Community College
Olympia, WA04-2014
High School Diploma -
River Ridge High School
Lacey06-2009
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Medication administration
- Transportation
- Goal setting
Certification
- Adult CPR/AED certification – American Red Cross
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Educational Opportunities in Home Living
01.2023 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Sound Options
08.2016 - 12.2022
Direct Support Professional
Community Resources
04.2014 - 07.2016
Associate of Arts - General Studies
South Puget Sound Community College
High School Diploma -
River Ridge High School
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