Joyce Korankye
Stafford,VA
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional with extensive experience implementing individualized support plans that enhance client independence and quality of life. Skilled in fostering strong rapport with clients and collaborating with healthcare teams to deliver tailored care strategies. Committed to ensuring client safety and dignity while promoting positive community interactions and personal growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Elite Care
Maryland , VA
02.2026 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living skills and personal care needs.
- Implemented individualized support plans to promote client independence.
- Monitored client behavior and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Facilitated recreational activities to improve client social interaction and engagement.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to appointments and community events, promoting access to services.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients at all times.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure quality care delivery.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate records in systems.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Established trusting rapport with clients to ensure quality care and effective communication.
Elderly Caregiver
Senior Safe Care
Ashburn , VA
01.2021 - 12.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments and social outings, ensuring timely access to necessary services.
- Maintained clean and safe environments through regular housekeeping duties, contributing to overall client health and comfort.
- Documented client progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals, facilitating timely adjustments to care plans.
- Collaborated with families to create personalized care plans for clients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any concerns to medical staff promptly.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and eating.
- Developed strong relationships with clients based on trust and respect.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations in a calm manner.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Respected the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of each client served.
- Redirected clients with memory issues, providing safety guidance protection.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Ensured safety of clients in their home environment by using appropriate equipment and techniques.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Administered medications according to physician instructions.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium, and high protein diets.
- Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided for each client.
- Provided emotional support during end-of-life transitions.
- Recognized emergencies and notified paramedics and family members.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Communicated effectively with family members on progress of client's health condition.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments or other necessary outings.
- Supported clients in making decisions that were consistent with their values and wishes.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation, and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Adhered to all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards related to eldercare services.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical team.
- Assessed client's needs and developed individual care plans accordingly.
- Organized recreational activities to promote physical and mental well-being of the elderly.
- Educated families on available resources within the community that can assist them in caring for their loved ones.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on best practices for elder care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Richard Bland College of William And Mary
Willamsburg05-2016
High School Diploma -
Hylton High School
Dumfries, VA06-2011
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Personal care assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Hygiene assistance
- Medication administration
- Behavioral monitoring
- Safety management
- Client safety and first aid
- ADL support
- Life skills training
- Support planning
- Record keeping
- Case management
- Activity planning
- Client transportation
- Infection control procedures
- Case documentation
- Appointment scheduling
- Communication skills
- Strong rapport building
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Stress management
- Disability awareness
- Adaptive equipment use
- Emotional support
- Patient education
- Record keeping
- Patient education
Languages
Twi
Professional
Certification
- CNA
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Elite Care
02.2026 - Current
Elderly Caregiver
Senior Safe Care
01.2021 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Richard Bland College of William And Mary
High School Diploma -
Hylton High School