D'jemima Colas
Hagerstown,MD
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Dedicated Home Health Aide skilled in supporting clients with professional communication and superior organization skills. Advanced knowledge of clerical functions, project support, schedule management and customer service. Quick learner accomplished in solving problems through critical thinking and handling conflicting priorities with concise time management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Majestic touch home care servi
Brooklyn , NY
2024.05 - Current
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Participated in developing individualized care plans based on medical orders and assessments.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Answered patient calls promptly, providing assistance or referring them to appropriate personnel when needed.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Maintained records of patient care, progress or problems to report and discuss observations.
- Checked patients' pulse, temperature and respiration.
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.
Home Health Aide
Americare Home Care
Brooklyn , NY
2024.02 - Current
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
Director
Sucka's sea food restaurant
Port-au-Prince , Haiti
2019.02 - 2021.11
- Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms for materials or services
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members
- Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects
- Monitored market conditions and competitor activities to inform business decisions.
Manager
Optimist beauty salon and cosmetic
Port-au-Prince , Haiti
2018.06 - 2021.06
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty
- Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions
- Entered time and attendance logs in preparation for payroll.
Receptionist
Cocoye hotel
Port-au-Prince , Haiti
2009.04 - 2011.01
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel
- Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors
- Verified visitors' identification cards before allowing access to the building.
Model
Klasik model agency
Port-au-Prince , IN
- Attended photoshoots and modeled garments for catalogues, magazines, websites, and other print media
- Assisted with makeup, hair styling, and wardrobe selection to ensure the desired look was achieved
- Collaborated with photographers to create poses that best showcased products or concepts while maintaining a professional demeanor
- Developed creative ideas for photo shoots that highlighted the clothing in an attractive manner
- Traveled to different locations for photoshoots when required
- Applied makeup according to directions from stylists prior to each shoot
- Arrived early for shoots to give extra time for hair, makeup and styling
- Attended casting calls, fittings, shows and shoots
- Met with designers to define guidelines for runway shows and presentations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Art Education
Enarts
Port-au-Prince, Haiti10.2015
High School Diploma -
Coeur Unis
Port-au-Prince, Haiti07.2010
Skills
- Business Administration
- Business Planning
- Budget Control
- Logistics Management
- Creativity and Innovation
- Contract and Vendor Management
- Meal Preparation
- Care plan assessment
- Behavioral Management
- Client safety and first aid
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Care
- Toileting assistance
- Case Management
- Light Housekeeping
- Community activities
- Ambulation Assistance
- Behavioral support
- Housekeeping
- Feeding Assistance
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Majestic touch home care servi
2024.05 - Current
Home Health Aide
Americare Home Care
2024.02 - Current
Director
Sucka's sea food restaurant
2019.02 - 2021.11
Manager
Optimist beauty salon and cosmetic
2018.06 - 2021.06
Receptionist
Cocoye hotel
2009.04 - 2011.01
Model
Klasik model agency
Associate of Arts - Art Education
Enarts
High School Diploma -
Coeur Unis
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