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Cynthia Dulan

Olathe,KS

Summary

Over 20 years of knowledge and experience in professional care. Knowledge of geriatric treatment and an extensive understanding of body mechanics and the empathy and skill to care for others in any stage of their life. Maintaining quality assurance standards along with medication administration allows for exceptional care of others and lends to a high satisfaction rate from employers. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Reliable and enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well. Attentive and passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational, and conflict management skills. Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities. Level-headed professional with extensive experience helping patients and clients with self-care and day-to-day tasks. Kind and punctual individual assists with nursing treatments, supports diagnostic procedures and provides companionship. Passionate about improving well-being of others and providing compassionate treatment to patient community. Compassionate care giver assists elderly or disabled clients and patients from hospices or recovery centers. Observes and reports on patient status, cleans and organizes living quarters and provides companionship. Demonstrated knowledge of vital sign reading and proper aseptic and infection control policies. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a Direct Support position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Well-rounded Personal Care Aide with over 10 years assisting clients with various daily living needs at home or at an adult day care facility. Talented at offering attentive care to patients by managing health needs, helping with personal grooming, carrying out light housekeeping, and taking them on outings or medical appointments. Expert communicator when supporting patients' needs, documenting information and interacting with supervisors.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Honey Bee Community Services
03.2024 - 05.2024
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
  • Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
  • Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
  • Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

Direct Support Professional

Skills to Succeed
10.2019 - 03.2024
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
  • Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
  • Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
  • Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Capper Foundation Value Day Services
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Demonstrated leadership skills with preparing and assigning daily activities
  • In partnership with accompanying patients on public outings, managing safety, behavior and other activities; this enhanced the individuals' personal lives and improved their home environment
  • As Lead Staff, supervised DSP's and assignments providing reliability and consistency in patient care and medical record keeping
  • Assisted disabled individuals that fostered independence, while closely monitoring their safety
  • Providing a secure environment that enhanced their home living
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with the cared for individuals to facilitate the best possible care and assistance
  • Documented patient information and administered all necessary medications as directed by care plan providing consistency to the patient.

CERTIFIED MEDICATION AIDE

Washburn Community Care
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Organized and administered medications on schedules to help alleviate symptoms while interacting with patients to optimize quality of life
  • Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported any health concerns or behavioral changes providing a safe atmosphere
  • Sustained a strong knowledge of medications and medical terminology through continued education and seminars
  • Maintained medication stock and performed cleaning of patient rooms and equipment providing an orderly and clean work and living space.

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

Countryside Health Care
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Assisted individuals with daily living needs such as shaving, bathing, oral hygiene and ambulation to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
  • In tandem with routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate
  • This facilitated a comfortable and safe living environment for the patients
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations providing a sanitary work and living environment
  • Adhered to medical center policies and procedures lending to quality control standards
  • Lead by example in volunteering to work additional shifts
  • This facilitated the proper staffing and floor coverage when needed
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team providing clear expectations of the individual's needs.

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

Topeka Community Healthcare
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Team building skills were used to provide clear lines of communication on the needs of the individuals
  • Information was documented in patient charts and status updates were relayed to the interdisciplinary care team
  • I also worked with physicians and the nursing team to support patient needs
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations to provide a sanitary work and living area.

Education

No Degree - Certified Medication Aide

Allen County Community College
Iola, KS
03.2013

Skills

  • Medical Records Management
  • Patient Intake Management
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Grooming and Bathing Assistance
  • Patient Care
  • Attention to Detail
  • Team Leadership
  • Negotiation
  • Accountability
  • Electronic Charting
  • Medical Terminology
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Knowledge of State Health Regulations
  • Adaptability
  • Motivational
  • Level-headed
  • Compassionate
  • Productive
  • Time Management
  • Leadership
  • Self-motivation
  • Team Builder
  • Medication Administration
  • Transportation
  • Behavior redirection
  • Crisis Management
  • Goal Setting
  • First aid and safety
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Decision-making support
  • Transportation Assistance

Certification

  • CPR and BLS
  • CNA
  • Medication Aide

Personal Information

Title: Care Professional

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Honey Bee Community Services
03.2024 - 05.2024

Direct Support Professional

Skills to Succeed
10.2019 - 03.2024

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Capper Foundation Value Day Services
01.2016 - 01.2019

CERTIFIED MEDICATION AIDE

Washburn Community Care
01.2013 - 01.2014

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

Countryside Health Care
01.2009 - 01.2011

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

Topeka Community Healthcare
01.2007 - 01.2009

No Degree - Certified Medication Aide

Allen County Community College
  • CPR and BLS
  • CNA
  • Medication Aide
Cynthia Dulan