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Debra White

Ashtabula,OH

Summary

Compassionate Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at New Avenues To Independence, excelling in patient care and communication. Skilled in medication administration and dedicated to enhancing client well-being through teamwork and adaptability. Recognized for building trusting relationships and effectively monitoring health changes to ensure optimal care.

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.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

DSP

New Avenues To Independence
05.2023 - Current
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

DSP

Active Day
05.2022 - 01.2023
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

DSP

ACRS The Maples
03.2021 - 09.2021
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
  • Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
  • Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lakeside High School
Ashtabula

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Fast learner
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Clear communication
  • Attentive to people
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Dementia care
  • Medication administration- Med Cert 1 and 3

Timeline

DSP

New Avenues To Independence
05.2023 - Current

DSP

Active Day
05.2022 - 01.2023

DSP

ACRS The Maples
03.2021 - 09.2021

High School Diploma -

Lakeside High School

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