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Diane Donatello

Taftville,CT

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RA/ BT

Creative Potential
Uncasville, CT
10.2021 - Current
  • Provides support services to clients to minimize intensity of emotional, mental and behavioral reactions to crisis.
  • Supervise daily activities/appointments and provided assistance to client as needed
  • Provided crisis management and intervention during emergency situations.
  • Collaborate with the team to maximize effective and efficient operations.
  • Educate and support families through integrative therapy services
  • Work collectively with the BCBA following through with the written behavior plan


Rehab Technician/Certified Nursing Restorative Aide

Pendleton Health And Rehab
Mystic, CT
10.2018 - 10.2021
  • Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of therapy session outcomes to track patients' progress towards treatment goals.
  • Administered variety of therapeutic treatments to patients such as range of motion, progressive mobility exercises and speech therapy.
  • Utilized approved restorative approaches and adhered to treatment plans in execution of patient care.
  • Communicated effectively with patients to identify needs and establish comfortability level throughout therapeutic exercises.
  • Complete administrative tasks
  • Filing/faxing/verbal communication with all types of Insurance companies, including but not limited to the VA, and BCBS
  • Printed daily roosters for therapists
  • Ordered and maintained all equipment
  • Set up yrly/quaterly service to all therapy equipment
  • Setup outpatient visits coordinating with providing therapist and insurance approval
  • Operated equipment appropriately and according to user instructions, reporting damaged or malfunctioning equipment.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.

Recreational Therapist Assistant

New London Health And Rehab
Waterford, CT
02.2015 - 01.2018
  • Organized recreation and therapy programs congruent with participants' therapy goals, abilities and personal interests.
  • Encouraged clients with special needs and circumstances to acquire new skills and get involved in health-promoting leisure activities.
  • Maintained detailed records outlining patient treatment plans, progress updates, treatment adjustments, goal achievements and outcomes.
  • Scheduled and led specialized programs allowing participants to engage in exercise and recreation, supporting social and physical wellbeing.
  • Instructed patients in activities and techniques such as dance, music or art designed to meet specific physical or psychological needs.
  • Prepared and submitted reports and charts to treatment team to reflect patient reactions and evidence of progress or regression.

Certified Nursing Assistant/Team Leader

Avalon Health Care Center
Mystic, CT
09.2005 - 07.2015
  • Managed team workload to reach targets for specific tasks.
  • Delegated daily tasks, addressed employee questions and resolved schedules
  • Conducted new-hire training regularly throughout fiscal year.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Montville High School
Oakdale, CT
06.1997

Skills

  • Manages time effectively in order to complete all tasks
  • First Aid Knowledge
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ethical Standards
  • Self Confident
  • Ability to learn and adapt quickly
  • Self motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
  • Works independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Team Player
  • Works effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrates respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed

Certification

Certified Nursing Assistant 2001-present

Occupational Therapy Aide 2010

EKG Tech 2021-present

CPR/BLS valid thru 8/2023

Adult CPR/AED & First Aide 5/2023-5/2025

Lay Rescuer Adult Only Skill Evaluator 5/2023-5/2023

Timeline

RA/ BT

Creative Potential
10.2021 - Current

Rehab Technician/Certified Nursing Restorative Aide

Pendleton Health And Rehab
10.2018 - 10.2021

Recreational Therapist Assistant

New London Health And Rehab
02.2015 - 01.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant/Team Leader

Avalon Health Care Center
09.2005 - 07.2015

High School Diploma -

Montville High School

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