Ginger West
Marne,MI
Summary
Driven Direct Care Worker with a proven track record at Serenity Homes, excelling in patient care and medication administration. Demonstrated ability to enhance client well-being through compassionate caregiving and effective communication. Achieved a significant improvement in client self-sufficiency and psychological wellness, leveraging skills in care plan assessment and emotional support.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Care Worker
Serenity Homes
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
- Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
Direct Support Professional
Beacon Specialized Living
10.2022 - 07.2024
- 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.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- 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.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- 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.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coopersville High School
Coopersville, MI05.2016
Skills
- Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- Reliability and punctuality
- Meal Preparation
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Compassionate Caregiving
- CPR Certified
- Emotional Support
- Care plan assessment
- First aid and safety
- Nutrition monitoring
- Progress Documentation
- State regulations knowledge
- Mobility Assistance
- Client documentation
- Physical therapy support
- Behavior redirection
- Professional boundaries
- Social Skills Development
- Direct Patient Care
- Safety Monitoring
- ADL support
- Appointment Scheduling
- Patient Education
- Nutrition
- Disability Awareness
- Time Management
- CPR Certification
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Cooking meals
- CPR/AED
- Bedside Care
- Wound Care
- Clear Communication
- Medication Management
- Housekeeping
- Personal Care Worker
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Diet and Nutrition
- Condition Monitoring
Certification
CPR
CPI
OSHA
FIRST AID
i currently will be starting College in November to get my associates degree
I will be starting college in November 2024 to get my associates degree in early childhood education and development and I will be attending college online
Timeline
Direct Care Worker
Serenity Homes
08.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Beacon Specialized Living
10.2022 - 07.2024
High School Diploma -
Coopersville High School
CPR
CPI
OSHA
FIRST AID
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