Kpenkai Carter

• Supported individuals in developing and implementing life plans to achieve personal goals.
• Partnered with medical and behavioral professionals to adjust medications and support plans.
• Collected and analyzed behavioral data to ensure safety and efficacy of care plans.
• Addressed concerns during overnight hours and fostered a safe home and community environment.

• Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs and
• accurate medication administration.
• Mentored fellow nursing students during clinical rotations—sharing
• knowledge about best practices while fostering a supportive learning
• environment.
• Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients by
• adhering to infection control protocols.
• Provided compassionate support to patients and families, addressing
• concerns and answering questions regarding treatment plans.
• Participated in the development of evidence-based nursing interventions,
• contributing to improved clinical practice.
• Contributed to efficient unit operations by managing time effectively and
• prioritizing tasks according to patient needs.
• Improved patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and
• developing individualized care plans.
• Educated patients on preventative measures, self-care techniques, and
• post-discharge instructions to promote optimal health outcomes.
• Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in assessing patient conditions and
• escalating concerns when necessary for timely intervention.
• Increased patient satisfaction scores through active listening, empathy,and personalized care approaches.
• Advanced skills in administering IV medications and performing
• venipuncture with minimal discomfort for patients.
• Acted as a liaison between medical staff, patients, and families to facilitate
• clear communication channels across all parties involved in the caregiving
• process.
• Prevented complications from arising due to effective wound dressing
• changes following strict sterile techniques.
• Gained proficiency in various diagnostic tests such as EKGs or blood
• glucose monitoring devices that aided in the identification of patient
• conditions.
• Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their voices were
• heard throughout the decision-making process.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient
• outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
• Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced
• nursing staff.
• Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new
• procedures.
• Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored
• telemetry.

• Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
• Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
• Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• - Maintained patient records, including health changes and medication administration.

Develops and demonstrates person centered and therapeutic working relationships with individuals,

staff, families and friends, management, and other agency personnel.

• Maintains employee schedules and time cards.

• Ensures that all employment standards are met per federal and state law, and GGH’s policies and

procedures.

• Confirms Direct Support Professionals have met their employment requirements and are completing

all job duties.

• Trains new employees assigned to their site.

• Participates in the writing all monthly, quarterly, annual, or as assigned reviews and reports.

• Consults with medical providers and document results; convey important information about incidents,

accidents, and illnesses to the DC and IDT.

• Manages individual and company funds.

• Assists individuals with daily routines including, but not limited to, household tasks, cooking and eating,

individual self-care, socializing, use of leisure time, health and safety, money management and behavior

management.

• Administers medications and provides transportation.

• Documents through an online computer program, all services and events

• Oversaw client schedules, coordinated appointments, and facilitated recreational activities.
• Conducted health monitoring, including TPRs and blood glucose checks.
• Educated patients and families on care techniques and dietary plans.
• Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
• Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
• Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
• Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
• Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
• Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

• Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
• Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
• Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
• Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
• Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
• Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
• Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
• Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.