Kimberlyn Yamah Appleton
Magnolia,DE
Summary
To obtain a position with an organization which encourages a proactive philosophy, rewards productivity, celebrates diversity, appreciates a partner who adds value to its bottom line and embraces excellent customer service. To obtain a challenging position that will allow me to utilize my knowledge skill and education professionally to create a successful work environment with a dynamic growth oriented Organization. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Program Manager
Kencrest
Dover, DE
06.2024 - Current
- Managed day-to-day operations of the program including budgeting, scheduling, staffing.
- Provided technical assistance on program-related issues to internal staff and external partners.
- Identified opportunities for improvement within existing programs as well as potential new initiatives.
- Participated in planning sessions to develop strategies for achieving desired outcomes from the program.
- Facilitated meetings between team members, stakeholders, and other parties involved in the program's development or implementation.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures governing the program's operations.
- Conducted research on best practices for programs in similar areas or industries.
- Provided guidance and support to staff members responsible for carrying out specific tasks associated with the program.
- Prepared reports, presentations, and other documents related to program activities.
- Monitored program performance against established goals and objectives.
- Assisted in developing and implementing program policies and procedures.
- Coordinated and monitored program performance, quality and services.
- Delivered administrative support to team members by making copies, sending faxes, organizing documents and rearranging schedules.
MedTech
Artis Senior Living of Hunting Valley
Hunting Valley, PA
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Take the medical history from the patient and family
- Assist nurses in providing medications according to physician orders
- Monitor patients’ reactions to drugs and report any changes
- Take accurate notes for the physicians on duty
- Handle administrative tasks like answering the phone and scheduling appointments
- Lift patients for transport
- Explain medical procedures to patients
- Prepare patients for medical procedures
- Clean and sterilize medical equipment and work areas
- Suture wounds.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
MedTech
Wesley Enhanced Living Burholme
Philadelphia, PA
09.2019 - 04.2023
- Take the medical history from the patient and family
- Assist nurses in providing medications according to physician orders
- Monitor patients’ reactions to drugs and report any changes
- Take accurate notes for the physicians on duty
- Handle administrative tasks like answering the phone and scheduling appointments
- Lift patients for transport
- Explain medical procedures to patients
- Prepare patients for medical procedures
- Clean and sterilize medical equipment and work areas
- Suture wounds.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
Residential Counselor
Wood Services
Langhorne, PA
03.2016 - 08.2019
- Dressing of patients, responding for patient hygiene, bathroom visit, grooming, feeding of patient and dental care of patient.
- Created a safe environment that promotes self-expression, respect, trustworthiness, responsibility, empathy, and acceptance among residents.
- Provided guidance and support to clients in need of assistance with daily living skills.
- Monitored client progress, documented observations, and reported changes in behavior to supervisors.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations set forth by local authorities.
- Developed therapeutic relationships by providing emotional support and positive reinforcement to clients.
- Organized recreational activities such as field trips or sports events to promote physical activity and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Responded promptly to any emergency situations that may arise within the residence.
- Performed regular room checks for cleanliness standards as well as security purposes.
- Assisted with crisis intervention services when needed.
- Fostered relationships with residents and worked with new residents to optimize acclimation and ease transition to new living environment.
- Developed and deepened relationships with residents and fellow staff.
Assistant Shift Supervisor
State of New Jersey Department of Human Service New Lisbon Development Centers New Jersey
New Lisbon
10.2010 - 02.2016
- Provide residential care services to developmentally disabled Individuals
- Perform staff evaluations and assignments
- Review daily group activities.
- Implemented corrective action plans when necessary following disciplinary reviews.
- Provided training and guidance to new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Evaluated employee performance through observation and feedback sessions.
- Created weekly staff schedules to meet operational demands while minimizing labor costs.
- Monitored employee performance, providing feedback and addressing any issues as they arose.
Distribution Clerk
Rite Aid
Langhorne, PA
10.2007 - 07.2010
- Verified the quality of material and supplies for shipment.
- Answered inquiries from customers regarding delivery status or product availability.
- Organized and maintained inventory of distribution materials.
- Ensured accuracy of shipments by verifying contents against invoices or other documents.
- Performed basic administrative tasks such as filing paperwork or generating reports.
- Checked receipts against items delivered to verify accuracy of orders.
- Processed orders accurately and efficiently according to customer requirements.
Direct Care
Manor Care
05.2007 - 08.2008
- Trained to care for independent and dependent clients that are developmentally challenged
- Assisting clients with daily living skills, support and advocacy
- Administering medication and helping clients to complete daily living
- Taking clients out in the community for various activities
- Filing in incident reports, providing crisis intervention, and making sure clients are safe.
- Provided direct care services, including therapeutic activities, exercises, and other interventions.
- Provided direct care and support to residents with physical and mental disabilities.
- Provided direct care to patients, including wound dressing, medication administration, IV therapy, and vital sign monitoring.
- Adhered to all safety regulations while providing direct care services in clinical settings.
- Provided direct care and support to clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Provided direct care to patients in a safe, respectful and therapeutic manner.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) -
African Methodist Episcopal University (AMEU)
Monrovia, Liberia, West Africa11.2016
High School Diploma -
New Hope Academy
Monrovia, Liberia01.2007
Skills
- Proactive philosophy
- Productivity
- Diversity
- Knowledge skill
- Dynamic growth oriented Organization
- Patient monitoring
- Note-taking
- Administrative tasks
- Appointment scheduling
- Residential counseling
- Patient hygiene
- Feeding and grooming
- Developmentally disabled individuals care
- Staff evaluations and assignments
- Group activities review
- Material and supplies verification
- Direct care for developmentally challenged clients
- Daily living skills assistance
- Medication administration
- Crisis intervention
- Incident reporting
- CPR certification
- Medication administration certification
- Time management abilities
- Critical Thinking
- Program Scheduling
- Organizational Skills
- Program Leadership
- Professional Demeanor
- Interpersonal Skills
- Performance standards and analysis
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Policy and procedure improvements
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Medication Administration Certified
Personal Qualifications
My background working with children and adult has allowed me to develop my skills professionally. My experience as a child and adult care worker, Medication Administration certified has enabled me to become an effective teacher and advocate for children with all needs as well as adult dealing with disabilities has given me the knowledge, training and practical experience in dealing with children and adult.
Timeline
Assistant Program Manager
Kencrest
06.2024 - Current
MedTech
Artis Senior Living of Hunting Valley
01.2022 - 02.2024
MedTech
Wesley Enhanced Living Burholme
09.2019 - 04.2023
Residential Counselor
Wood Services
03.2016 - 08.2019
Assistant Shift Supervisor
State of New Jersey Department of Human Service New Lisbon Development Centers New Jersey
10.2010 - 02.2016
Distribution Clerk
Rite Aid
10.2007 - 07.2010
Direct Care
Manor Care
05.2007 - 08.2008
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) -
African Methodist Episcopal University (AMEU)
High School Diploma -
New Hope Academy
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