Florence Kamara
Rochester,NY
Summary
Adept at enhancing patient wellness and safety, my tenure at Lifetime Assistance Inc. showcased my ability to deliver compassionate caregiving and proficient medication administration. Leveraging skills in crisis management and behavioral redirection . My commitment to patient care and safety standards make me the best fit for this position.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Lifetime Assistance Inc,
465 Paul Road
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
Asbestos Abatement Worker
North Star
120 Elmgrove Park
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Removed asbestos using hand and power tools or specialty equipment.
- Prepared work areas with proper containment procedures and filtration systems.
- Complied with environmental laws and regulations concerning asbestos and hazardous waste removal.
- Identified materials requiring removal or special handling.
- Secured and contained asbestos and hazardous materials for transport.
- Verified OSHA compliance for worksite and coworkers to establish safe environment.
- Tested air quality to check for complete removal of all asbestos.
- Collected waste in approved disposal bags and sealed with correct procedures.
Hospitality Worker
Hurlbut Care Communities
N/A
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Performed general cleaning by sweeping and mopping floors, washing dishes and emptying trash.
- Prepared food and beverages and verified adherence of quality and safe food-handling standards.
- Reduced risks by maintaining clean and organised work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.
- Delivered excellent customer service to support company reputation and patron satisfaction.
- Trained new staff members on proper customer service and hospitality policies.
PCA
Elite Home Health Care
919 Culver Road
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
Education
No Degree - Phlebotomy
REOC
161 Chestnut St, Rochester NY 1460405.2023
High School Diploma -
Rochester Early College International High School
Rochester, NY08.2021
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client Support
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Medication Administration
- Behavioral Management
- Housekeeping tasks
- Decision-making support
- Health and safety requirements
- Patient Care
- Disability Awareness
- ADL support
- Goal Setting
- Social Skills Development
- Crisis Management
- Recreational Activities
- Progress Documentation
- Individualized Support Planning
- Safety Monitoring
- Community Integration
- Medical Records Management
- State regulations knowledge
- Indirect Patient Care
- Nutrition
- Care Delivery
- Nutrition Support
- EMR / EHR
- Chronic Disease Management
- Clinical Quality Program Standards
- Self-Advocacy Training
- CPR Certification
- Time Management
- Fast Learner
- Critical Thinking
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- First Aid Certification
- Cooking meals
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
Affiliations
- Urban League of Rochester
- Heritage Christian Fellowship church
- The boys and girls club of Rochester
- REOC
- Urban League Honors association
Certification
- PCA - Personal Care Aide
- PCW - Personal Care Worker
- Certified Plebotomist, REOC - February2024-May2024
volunteer
I volunteer as a community event assistant for "open door mission Christian rescue " located on Portland Avenue Rochester Ny
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Lifetime Assistance Inc,
07.2023 - 06.2024
Asbestos Abatement Worker
North Star
05.2023 - 08.2023
Hospitality Worker
Hurlbut Care Communities
02.2023 - 05.2023
PCA
Elite Home Health Care
06.2022 - 08.2022
No Degree - Phlebotomy
REOC
High School Diploma -
Rochester Early College International High School