Kevonna Sumpter
Georgetown County Board of Disabilities & Special Needs
Georgetown
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in client support and team collaboration. Focused on utilizing behavioral management techniques and thorough documentation to facilitate positive outcomes in client care.
Work History
Direct Support Professional
5 Months- Implemented personalized care plans to address unique needs of clients effectively.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities to enhance independence and quality of life.
- Monitored client progress and reported changes to support teams for timely interventions.
- Coordinated recreational activities to promote social interaction and community engagement.
- Evaluated and refined care strategies based on feedback from clients and caregivers for continuous improvement.
- 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 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.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
PCA
1 Year 6 Months- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness of resident areas, adhering to safety and health standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
Caregiver
1 Year 8 Months- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with clients and families.
- Administered medications and managed care schedules for multiple clients.
- Monitored client health and safety, reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to enhance quality of life.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, fostering positive relationships.
Education
High School Diploma
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistant
Skills
Client support
Medication administration
Behavioral intervention
Behavioral management
Crisis intervention
Client documentation
Time management
Environmental safety
Mobility assistance
Team collaboration
Decision-making support
Compassionate caregiving
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Georgetown County Board of Disabilities & Special Needs
04.2025 - 09.2025Read More
PCA
The Landings of Georgetown
02.2022 - 08.2023Read More
Caregiver
FirstLight HomeCare
05.2020 - 01.2022Read More
NHC of Garden City- CNA Training Program
Certified Nursing Assistant from Nursing Assistant
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Carvers Bay High School
High School Diploma
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Basic Life Support Certificate
Completed the cognitive training and skills evaluation in the specified course in terms of NCPRF and in accordance with the corresponding ILCOR, OSHA, and AHA/ ECC guidelines.