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Jemama Payetee

Meriden

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.

Experienced with providing comprehensive care and support to diverse client populations. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships. Track record of maintaining safe and supportive environment tailored to individual needs.

Results-driven support professional prepared for impactful roles in direct care environments. Proven ability to enhance clients' quality of life through tailored support and effective daily management. Known for strong collaboration and adaptability, ensuring seamless team operations and consistent quality outcomes.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Lumibility.org
06.2015 - Current
  • Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
  • Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
  • Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
  • Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
  • Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
  • Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
  • Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Assisted individuals in development of social skills to become integrated in community.
  • Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
  • Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
  • Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
  • Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
  • Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.

Direct Support Professional

Sarah Tuxis Residential
03.2015 - Current
  • Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
  • Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
  • Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
  • Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
  • Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
  • Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
  • Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
  • Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
  • Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
  • Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
  • Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
  • Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
  • Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.

Medical Assistant

Community Health Center of Middletown
09.2024 - 04.2025
  • Administered patient assessments, ensuring accurate medical history documentation and vital sign recording.
  • Coordinated appointment scheduling, optimizing patient flow and reducing wait times.
  • Assisted in clinical procedures, maintaining sterile environments and adhering to safety protocols.
  • Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and preventive health measures to enhance understanding and compliance.
  • Managed electronic health records (EHR), ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality in compliance with regulations.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes for medical supplies, reducing waste and ensuring availability of essential items.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.

Housekeeper

New Haven Hotel
08.2012 - 12.2015
  • Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
  • Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
  • Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
  • Stocked amenities such as soap, shampoo and toilet paper in guest rooms.
  • Replenished supplies such as drinking glasses and coffee cups in guest rooms.
  • Sanitized all areas of the hotel lobby and public restrooms.
  • Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
  • Scrubbed kitchen appliances, countertops and fixtures.
  • Maintained a clean linen closet by folding sheets neatly on shelves.
  • Organized closets with hangers for guests' clothing items.
  • Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
  • Inspected guest rooms after cleaning to ensure they were presentable.

Education

High School Diploma -

Exeter Job Corps Admissions
06-2008

Skills

  • Transportation
  • Client documentation
  • ADL support
  • Community integration support
  • EMR / EHR
  • Compassionate client care
  • Medical office administration
  • Community activities
  • Health and safety requirements
  • Client safety and first aid
  • Behavior redirection
  • Personal care assistance
  • First aid and safety
  • Care plan assessment
  • Time management
  • Client support
  • Medication administration

Certification

  • CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

Languages

English
Professional Working
French
Professional Working

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Community Health Center of Middletown
09.2024 - 04.2025

Direct Support Professional

Lumibility.org
06.2015 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Sarah Tuxis Residential
03.2015 - Current

Housekeeper

New Haven Hotel
08.2012 - 12.2015

High School Diploma -

Exeter Job Corps Admissions

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