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JaMesha Cosby

JaMesha Cosby

Springfield

Summary

Dedicated Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at Choices in Community Living, excelling in compassionate client care and crisis management. Skilled in client documentation and behavioral support, I foster independence and well-being, ensuring a safe environment while effectively collaborating with care teams to enhance patient outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Choices in Community Living
10.2022 - Current
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.

Caregiver

Attentive Hands
09.2021 - Current
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.

STNA

Interim HealthCare
01.2018 - 10.2021
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
  • Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

Student Resident Assistant

Hocking College
04.2017 - 03.2020
  • Monitored and inspected residence hall rooms to determine safety and manage maintenance issues.
  • Organized and hosted social and educational events for residents to foster meaningful connections and community spirit.
  • Mediated conflict resolution with roommates and other residence hall members to promote peace, order and positive relationships.
  • Established and enforced residence hall policies and quiet hours to establish safe and respectful living environment.
  • Mentored and coached students to foster positive relationships and encourage successful academic achievement.
  • Encouraged community atmosphere by implementing educational and social programs.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with students to review goals, address issues and provide support.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Hocking College
Nelsonville, OH
05-2020

Catholic Central High School
Springfield, OH
05-2012

Skills

  • Client documentation
  • ADL support
  • Conflict resolution
  • Compassionate client care
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Care plan management
  • Disability awareness
  • Behavioral support
  • Report writing
  • Team collaboration
  • Crisis management
  • Medication administration

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Choices in Community Living
10.2022 - Current

Caregiver

Attentive Hands
09.2021 - Current

STNA

Interim HealthCare
01.2018 - 10.2021

Student Resident Assistant

Hocking College
04.2017 - 03.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Hocking College

Catholic Central High School

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