Kirsly Jacobsen
Newfield,NY
Summary
A respected team player, who's goal oriented and dedicated to surpassing objectives. Reliable enthusiastically 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. Attentive and passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational and conflict management skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Franziska Racker Center
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- 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.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
Cashier
Dandy Mini Marts Inc.
10.2018 - 11.2019
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Upsold additional products and services to customers, increasing revenue.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
- Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
- Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
Education
GED -
Boces
Ithaca, NY12.2011
Skills
- First Aid and Safety
- Care Plan Management
- ADL Support
- Client Documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Behavioral Management
- Patient Management
- Progress Documentation
- State Regulations Knowledge
- Patient Care
- Behavior Redirection
- Health and Safety Requirements
- Goal Setting
- Medication Administration
- Nutrition
Certification
was certified through Franziska Racker Center for medication & cpr/first aid
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Franziska Racker Center
11.2021 - 09.2022
Cashier
Dandy Mini Marts Inc.
10.2018 - 11.2019
GED -
Boces
was certified through Franziska Racker Center for medication & cpr/first aid
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