Ekoko J Nishimwe
Direct Support Professional
Stratford,CT
Summary
Resilient direct support professional with extensive experience in assisting patients with essential care and needs. Proficient in medical procedures, recreational requirements, and safety protocols. Strong understanding of social and community service regulations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
KENNEDY COLLECTIVE
Stratford, Connecticut
11.2023 - Current
- Taking the individual to outing in the activities or movie in the community, make sure they are not excluded in the community.
- Build community BY fostering strong, inclusive networks that support collective growth.
- Create purpose; BY helping individuals find meaning and contribution in their work and lives.
- Ensure inclusion – actively welcome and integrate people with disabilities into all aspects of society.
- Every person deserves to be recognized.
- Every person deserves to feel equal to others.
Certified Nurse's Lead Aide
Benchmark Senior Living (Harbor)
Stratford, USA
02.2022 - Current
- Assist patients with ADLs (activities of daily living) such as bathing, combing hair, brushing teeth, shaving, dressing, ambulation, toileting, and bed making.
- Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.
- Have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
- Measure and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, breathing rate, and blood pressure; report any abnormalities to a nurse or doctor promptly.
- Serve meals and snacks, ensuring patients receive proper nutrition.
- Communicate patients’ needs, concerns, and rights to the care team; act as a liaison between patients and staff.
Volunteer Experience
Alliance for Community Empowerment Early Learning
Stratford, CT
01.2023 - Current
- Participated in program decision-making and planning to enhance overall program effectiveness.
- Assisted in various committees to support shared decision-making and facilitate budget and grant approvals.
- Committed to work as a team member with the Head Start parents, Policy Council members, Governing Body members, and the Community.
- Attended monthly Policy Council meetings to inform parents about key issues impacting the center.
- Actively participated in meetings, became familiar with the agenda, By-Laws, and current issues.
- Report to all Parent Committee and bring your center concerns to the Council only if they cannot be resolved at the center level.
- Read and keep copies of Policy Council minutes.
- Ensure the confidentiality of all matters related to Policy Council that are discussed in formal and informal meetings.
- Serve for one year, with a maximum of five one-year terms in a lifetime.
Education
ECE CERTIFICATION - Progress
Housatonic Community College
Bridgeport, CT01-2023
Interpreter Certification -
Linguistica International
Bridgeport, CTCNA Certified Diploma -
Institut Moriya
Goma City, VirungaSkills
- Community inclusion strategies
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care and support
- Activity planning and coordination
- Customer relationship management
- Program assessment and evaluation
- Team collaboration and synergy
- Problem solving techniques
- De-escalation methods
- Hygiene assistance and support
- Compassionate caregiving practices
- Adaptability and flexibility skills
- Behavioral management strategies
- Client documentation practices
- Multitasking and organizational skills
- Medication administration protocols
- Behavioral support techniques
- First aid and CPR certification
Certification
- Med pass certification
- CPR trained
- PMT trained
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
KENNEDY COLLECTIVE
11.2023 - Current
Volunteer Experience
Alliance for Community Empowerment Early Learning
01.2023 - Current
Certified Nurse's Lead Aide
Benchmark Senior Living (Harbor)
02.2022 - Current
ECE CERTIFICATION - Progress
Housatonic Community College
Interpreter Certification -
Linguistica International
CNA Certified Diploma -
Institut Moriya