Gideon Okyere
Dumfries,Virginia
Summary
Level-headed professional with extensive experience helping patients and clients with self-care and day-to-day tasks. Kind and punctual individual assists with nursing treatments, supports diagnostic procedures and provides companionship. Passionate about improving well-being of others and providing compassionate treatment to patient community.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
ACCESS STAR ASSISTANT LIVING
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Researched community resources and services to provide accessibility and assistance to clients.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
GROUP HOME MANAGER
The Arc Of Greater Prince William
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted staff with maintaining residents' health by scheduling medical appointments and arranging transportation.
- Helped individuals with moderate to severe developmental disabilities carry out daily living tasks by coordinating expert support.
- Kept accounts, resident files and regulatory paperwork current and accurate with diligent attention to administrative requirements.
- Assisted residents with basic hygiene and healthcare needs.
- Oversaw home inventory of supplies and groceries by tracking use and placing new orders.
- Scheduled physician and other appointments for residents, providing transportation to each visit.
- Communicated effectively with residents, staff and other stakeholders by listening, being respectful and promoting positive demeanor.
- Offered learning opportunities to help residents develop important life skills.
- Protected clients' monies and property by tracking spending and reconciling accounts.
- Created staff work schedules so each shift had appropriate number of employees for coverage.
- Promoted residents' health and well-being by organizing diverse activities for physical, mental and social stimulation.
- Arranged for ongoing housekeeping to keep home areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
- Maintained adequate coverage for residents' needs without exceeding budget targets by coordinating schedules and team workflows.
Education
Bachelor of Science - CYBERSECURITY
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA06.2020
Skills
- Progress Documentation
- Behavioral Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient Management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
ACCESS STAR ASSISTANT LIVING
05.2023 - Current
GROUP HOME MANAGER
The Arc Of Greater Prince William
04.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - CYBERSECURITY
Old Dominion University
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