Demitra Ewing
Cordova,TN
Summary
Reliable Direct Care Worker offering exceptional care in home environments. Passionate about supporting patient progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors and teaching healthy habits. Dedicated to patient safety, wellness and happiness. Reliable personal care professional bringing several years of experience in personal care assistant roles. Skilled in addressing physical and mental disabilities and monitoring needs for convalescent patients. Trusted to care for patients at varying stages of life.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
St.John Day Services
Bartlett, TN
05.2023 - Current
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Program Coordinator
Faith Specailized Care Services
Cordova, TN
02.2016 - Current
- Provided guidance and support to program participants in navigating resources, services, and opportunities.
- Participated in the development of new programs or modifications to existing programs.
- Drafted communications about upcoming events or changes in policy and procedures for internal distribution.
- Assisted in developing training materials and providing instruction on how to use them effectively.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the program, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
Staffing Coordinator
Eagle Medical Staffing
Cordova, TN
05.2017 - 07.2021
- Facilitated orientation sessions for new hires.
- Created detailed reports on recruitment activities such as cost per hire, time to fill vacancies.
- Organized job fairs to increase awareness of open positions within the company or organization.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, develop job descriptions, and define qualifications required for roles.
- Conducted reference checks on prospective employees as part of the pre-employment process.
- Provided support for payroll processing by verifying hours worked and resolving discrepancies.
- Developed and maintained a pool of qualified candidates for future staffing needs.
Education
High School Diploma
Kingsbury High School
Memphis, TN05-2007
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Appointment Scheduling
- Patient Management
- Progress Documentation
- Crisis Management
- Patient Care
- Personal care assistance
- Medication Administration
Certification
Licensed Agency investigator
Crisis Management Certified
CPR/First Aide Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
St.John Day Services
05.2023 - Current
Staffing Coordinator
Eagle Medical Staffing
05.2017 - 07.2021
Program Coordinator
Faith Specailized Care Services
02.2016 - Current
High School Diploma
Kingsbury High School
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