Eze Harrison Ogbonna
Deford,NJ
Summary
Reliable Lead Direct Support Professional known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in behavioral support, crisis intervention, and development of individual service plans. Excel in communication, empathy, and leadership, ensuring meaningful support and positive outcomes for individuals with behavioral health concerns.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Direct Support Professional
Bancroft Neurohealth
Voorhees, NJ
03.2021 - Current
- Maintained accurate progress notes and records of services provided to clients.
- Collaborated with other professionals including case managers, therapists, physicians, family members.to ensure comprehensive care plan implementation.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for each client, in accordance with state regulations.
- Provided direct support to clients in activities of daily living such as hygiene, meal preparation, and housekeeping.
- Coordinated medical appointments and monitored health care needs of clients.
- Provided crisis intervention during emergency situations and de-escalated difficult behaviors when needed.
- Assisted clients with developing social skills by engaging them in community activities such as volunteering or recreational outings.
- Facilitated communication between DSPs and other departments within the organization.
- Administered medication according to doctor's orders when needed.
Psychiatric Technician
Ancora Psychiatric Hospital
Hammonton, NJ
02.2017 - 03.2021
- Provided direct patient care and monitored patients' physical, mental, and emotional status.
- Assisted psychiatrists in the assessment of patient behavior and provided feedback to the treatment team.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored patient reactions to treatments.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate individualized treatment plans for each client.
- Observed patient behaviors and reported any changes or concerning issues to the psychiatrist or nurse practitioner.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress including daily notes on individuals' moods, activities, interactions with others.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times while caring for patients in a residential setting.
Patient Transporter
Virtua Health System
Voorhees, NJ
07.2016 - 02.2017
- Assisted nurses with patient transfers, using proper body mechanics and safety measures.
- Ensured patients' comfort by providing blankets, pillows, water, and other necessary items.
- Maintained cleanliness of transport vehicles and equipment.
- Provided timely transportation services for outpatients to various medical facilities.
- Collected patient information from nursing staff prior to transport.
- Checked all medical documents for accuracy prior to transporting patients.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare personnel regarding patient care needs.
- Recorded accurate times of departure and arrival on log sheets.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Richard Stockton University
Galloway, NJ06-2021
Skills
- Computer Proficiency and Microsoft Office
- AWS Cloud Engineer
- Software Engineering
- Patient Care Plans
- Reliability
- Health and Fitness Advocate
Languages
Igbo
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Direct Support Professional
Bancroft Neurohealth
03.2021 - Current
Psychiatric Technician
Ancora Psychiatric Hospital
02.2017 - 03.2021
Patient Transporter
Virtua Health System
07.2016 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Richard Stockton University
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