Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional Supervisor
NHTC
Spearfish, SD
05.2017 - Current
Supervise team of 9 Direct Support Professionals.
Collaborated with individual supported team members to ensure the best possible care for health, safety, and welfare.
Advocated for individuals supported. Ensured they were always receiving the best possible care.
Attended ISP, DSS, and monthly staff meetings as scheduled.
Ran health reports, ensured that t-log's and GER's were completed as necessary, edited errors in t-log's and GER's, ran reports for ISP data to ensure staff were documenting and making sure goals are being met.
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Direct Support Professional
NHTC
Spearfish, SD
09.2017 - 05.2018
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Administered medication as directed by physician.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to medical staff and supervisor.
Transported individuals to events, activities, and shopping trips.
Vocational Instructor
BHSSC
Sturgis, SD
01.2016 - 09.2017
Maintained documentation on educational services and tracked individual supported's progress to gauge overall success of learning program.
Attended ISP and IEP meetings on a monthly basis.
Tracked progress on goals.
Supervised 4 staff and ensured they were following daily activities.
Assisted with direct care work for individuals in wheelchairs.
Direct Support Professional
BHSSC
Spearfish, SD
09.2013 - 09.2017
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
Administered medication as directed by physician.
Assisted children with developmental and physical disabilities with personal cares.
Assisted individuals in wheelchairs with all types of care.
Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Dorsett Home
Spearfish, SD
01.2013 - 01.2016
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Direct Support Professional
NHTC
Spearfish, SD
08.2010 - 01.2013
Assisted individuals supported to support independence and well-being.
Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
Administered medication as directed by physician.
Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Supported daily hygiene needs of individuals supported by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Education
No Degree - Bachelor's Science of Nursing
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SD
No Degree - Bachelor's Science of Nursing
National American University
Rapid City, SD
High School Diploma -
Spearfish High School
Spearfish, SD
12.2017
Skills
Attentional to Details
Well Organized
Adaptable and Flexible
Strategic Planning
Medical Terminology
Motivating Performers
Microsoft Office
Time Management
Staff Hiring and Evaluations
Work Planning and Prioritization
Accomplishments
Collaborated with team members to ensure individual supported's lives exceeded expectations. Provided safety, health, and welfare always.
Supervised team of 9-10 staff members at a time.
Certification
Certified Nurses Assistant, Dorsett Home in Spearfish, SD- 3 Years