Jacey Bush
Lowville
Summary
With a proven track record at Samaritan Medical Center, I excel in compassionate caregiving and patient management, enhancing client well-being through innovative solutions and emotional intelligence. I consistently improve patient satisfaction and safety, demonstrating resilience and adaptability in high-pressure environments.
Dedicated Direct care professional prepared for this role with strong foundation in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. Proven experience in creating safe and nurturing environment, fostering independence, and promoting well-being. Focused on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs, reliable and committed to achieving positive outcomes.
Experienced with providing direct support and personalized assistance. Utilizes empathetic communication and effective problem-solving to enhance individual well-being. Strong understanding of care protocols and behavior management techniques.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Assistant
OPWDD
4898 State Rte 410 Castorland, NY 13620
06.2023 - Current
- Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary to maintain safety for both clients and staff members.
- Supported clients in managing emotional and behavioral challenges through empathetic listening, positive reinforcement strategies, and crisis intervention techniques when necessary.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Improved clients'' overall well-being through consistent monitoring, medication administration, and routine healthcare coordination.
Direct Support Professional
ARC Oneida-Lewis
Lowville, Glenfield, Watson NY
01.2020 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Nursing Assistant
Samaritan Medical Center
830 Washington St, Watertown, NY 13601
03.2022 - 06.2024
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
Caregiver
Jim Schleider
7731 East Road Lowville, NY 13367
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lowville Academy Central School
7668 N State St. Lowville, NY 13367 06-2018
Skills
- Patience and tolerance
- Active learning
- Creativity and innovation
- Resilience and grit
- Confidentiality
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Compassionate caregiving
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Patient education
- Positive reinforcement
- Social skills development
- Client documentation
- Medication administration
- Conflict resolution
- Patient management
- Mobility assistance
- Emotional intelligence
Timeline
Direct Support Assistant
OPWDD
06.2023 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Samaritan Medical Center
03.2022 - 06.2024
Direct Support Professional
ARC Oneida-Lewis
01.2020 - Current
Caregiver
Jim Schleider
07.2019 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Lowville Academy Central School