Ellen Gorman

• Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
• Attended classes and seminars to enhance knowledge of different subjects that would provide me with information that helps me help others better.
• Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
• Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
• Increased awareness of and supported participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
• Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.

• Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Documented information in patient medication log and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team, using a communication logbook.
• Oversaw implementation and ongoing assessment of patient care plan.
• Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
• Administered medications and educated other caregivers on correct at-home administration.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.

• Documented client progress in charts and logbooks.
• Improved client outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
• Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
• Facilitated best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient.
• Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
• Transported clients to doctor's appointments and other related errands.
• Monitored and reported clients' progress.
• Fostered independence in disabled individuals while closely monitoring safety at all times.
• Administered necessary medications as directed by care plan.
• Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.

I took general education courses. I also took courses towards a nursing degree, although I did not receive my degree as of yet.