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Jerry Pruitt

Elmsford,NY

Summary

Dedicated Direct support professional with proven expertise in patient care and disability awareness. Pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Cerebral Palsy of Westchester
02.2023 - Current
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.

Home Health Aide

Brightview Assisted Living
01.2021 - 02.2023
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.

Home Health Aide

Connected Homecare
11.2020 - 01.2021
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.

Home Health Aide

Sunshine HealthCare Services
03.2014 - 12.2020


  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Maintained records of patient care, condition, progress or problems to report and discussed observations with supervisor or case manager.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rampoo Highschool
Spring Valley, NY
06.1987

Skills

  • CPR/First Aid Certified
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Client documentation
  • ADL support
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Recreational Activities
  • Behavior redirection
  • Social Skills Development
  • Disability Awareness

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Cerebral Palsy of Westchester
02.2023 - Current

Home Health Aide

Brightview Assisted Living
01.2021 - 02.2023

Home Health Aide

Connected Homecare
11.2020 - 01.2021

Home Health Aide

Sunshine HealthCare Services
03.2014 - 12.2020

High School Diploma -

Rampoo Highschool

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