Cheyenne Lapoma
Williamson,NY
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional with experience at Arc Wayne, adept at crisis management and client advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient well-being through effective behavioral management and meticulous documentation. Skilled in maintaining safety and hygiene standards, ensuring a supportive environment for clients to thrive.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Arc Wayne
11.2024 - 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.
- Vital signs documented accurately
- All grooming and personal care needs were met promptly
- call bells answered within reasonable times.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- 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.
Unit Assistant
Demay Living Center
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and regulations by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of guidelines and best practices within the field of healthcare administration.
- Assisted nurses with daily activities, resulting in a more organized and efficient workflow.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, implementing infection control protocols as needed.
- Organized supplies inventory for the nursing unit, ordering necessary items to maintain adequate stock levels at all times.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Education
GED -
Homeschooled
Williamson, NY07-2024
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Client documentation
- Compassionate caregiving
- Behavioral management
- Health and safety requirements
- Direct patient care
- Transportation
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient care
- Disability awareness
- Team collaboration
- Crisis management
- Safety monitoring
- Multitasking and organization
- HIPAA compliance
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Case documentation
- Client advocacy
- Record keeping
- Hygiene assistance
- Infection control procedures
- First aid and CPR
- Wellness and nutrition knowledge
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Arc Wayne
11.2024 - Current
Unit Assistant
Demay Living Center
04.2024 - 07.2024
GED -
Homeschooled
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