LaRhonda Bruce
Jefferson City,MO
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professional with extensive experience at Cole County Residential Services Inc. Skilled in individualized support planning and effective time management, I have successfully enhanced clients' independence and quality of life through tailored care strategies and community integration initiatives. Committed to fostering positive relationships and advocating for client needs.
Diligent [Desired Position] with solid background in providing compassionate support to individuals. Adept at managing daily activities and ensuring clients' well-being through personalized care plans. Demonstrated proficiency in communication and problem-solving skills.
Experienced with providing comprehensive care and support to diverse client populations. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships. Track record of maintaining safe and supportive environment tailored to individual needs.
Experienced support professional prepared for this role, bringing strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in providing personalized care, communication, and problem-solving. Known for flexibility and reliability, adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Proven ability to foster positive, supportive environment.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Professional assistant with experience in administrative support and operational efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable in adapting to changing needs, skilled in communication, organization, and multitasking. Recognized for problem-solving abilities and proactive approach to tasks.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional II/Medical Assistant
Cole County Residential Services Inc.
07.2021 - 06.2025
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and personal growth.
- Supported implementation of individualized care plans to meet client needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure consistent communication and quality care delivery.
- Monitored client progress, documenting observations and reporting changes to supervisors.
- Engaged clients in recreational activities, enhancing social skills and emotional well-being.
- Participated in Special Olympics assisting developmental individuals with year-round training and competitions.
- Participated in training sessions to develop skills in behavioral management techniques.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- 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.
- 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.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Organized recreational events that encouraged relationship building among clients and increased their sense of belonging within the group home setting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
- Served as a reliable point of contact for family members, maintaining open lines of communication about client progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Established strong relationships with local community resources to connect clients with additional supports as needed.
- Encouraged healthy lifestyles through nutritional planning and physical activities, improving clients' overall well-being.
- Assisted with personal care tasks, respecting clients' dignity and promoting self-reliance.
- Implemented behavior management plans to address challenging behaviors, promoting safe environment for all.
- Coordinated with families and other caregivers, ensuring cohesive approach to client support.
- Enhanced communication skills of non-verbal clients using alternative communication devices.
- Monitored and reported changes in clients' health and well-being, enabling timely interventions.
- Enhanced individual care plans by collaborating closely with healthcare professionals, ensuring tailored support for each client.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Implemented personalized care plans, ensuring adherence to individual needs and preferences.
- Supported individuals with disabilities in daily living activities, enhancing independence and quality of life.
- Coordinated transportation and community integration activities, fostering social engagement among clients.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Certified Medication Aide
Wellmore of Lexington
10.2017 - 07.2021
- Provided compassionate care to patients, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Assisted in implementing individualized care plans, fostering improvement in patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to enhance patient care strategies and streamline workflows.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and policies.
- Trained new nursing assistants on best practices and protocols, enhancing team efficiency and service quality.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Administered medications following established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care strategies, enhancing patient outcomes and support services.
- Trained new staff on medication administration procedures, fostering a culture of safety and accuracy within the team.
- Conducted regular inventory checks of medications, maintaining optimal stock levels and preventing shortages or expirations.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Promoted patient safety with thorough knowledge of medication interactions and contraindications.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization within the medication storage area, reducing potential risks associated with cross-contamination or mixups.
- Improved patient satisfaction through clear communication and compassionate bedside manner during medication administration.
- Conducted regular audits of patient charts to verify proper documentation of administered medications, contributing to regulatory compliance efforts within the facility.
- Strengthened interdisciplinary collaboration through active participation in team meetings discussing patients'' progress, concerns, or changes in their medical conditions requiring adjustments in treatment plans.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Explained treatment procedures, medications, and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Youth Support Worker/Residential Counselor
My Sister's Keeper Family Services
04.2015 - 09.2017
- Facilitated daily activities to promote social skills and emotional development in youth.
- Developed individualized support plans based on comprehensive assessments of young people's needs.
- Mentored junior staff, enhancing team performance through knowledge sharing and guidance.
- Collaborated with families and external agencies to coordinate holistic support services.
- Implemented behavior management strategies, fostering positive interactions among youth participants.
- Conducted workshops focused on life skills, empowering youth with essential tools for independence.
- Established a positive rapport with participants by maintaining open lines of communication and actively listening to their concerns.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and interactive activities tailored to individual needs.
- Empowered youth by fostering a sense of self-worth and confidence, ultimately equipping them for future success.
- Collaborated with families to provide support and resources for youth development and wellbeing.
- Promoted a safe and welcoming environment, leading to increased participation in programs and services.
- Utilized creative arts therapy modalities like painting or music expression sessions allowing emotional release amongst participants.
- Reduced behavioral issues by establishing clear expectations and consistent consequences for actions.
- Designed customized learning plans to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs, ensuring success for each participant.
- Served as a mentor figure offering guidance on academic pursuits, interpersonal conflicts resolution techniques.
- Supported the development of essential life skills including financial literacy, time management, decision-making capabilities.
- Organized educational workshops to address relevant topics such as mental health, substance abuse prevention, and career exploration.
- Improved communication among youth through group discussions, role-play activities, and team-building exercises.
- Coordinated field trips that provided cultural enrichment experiences linking real-world contexts with classroom learnings.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners, resulting in additional resources and opportunities for participants.
- Supported and mentored students in developing skills to become successful in community.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers and professionals to drive youth program outcomes.
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.
- Organized and facilitated recreational activities to engage youth in positive, team-building experiences.
- Encouraged youth clients to develop own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- Contributed to development of individualized plans to support youth goal achievement.
- Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
- Developed and delivered educational workshops to support youth in understanding and navigating real-world experiences.
- Monitored progress towards service plan goals.
- Facilitated outreach activities to build community awareness.
- Mentored residents in developing life skills and achieving personal goals.
- Implemented individualized care plans to support emotional and behavioral needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to foster communication and social interactions.
- Monitored resident progress, documenting changes and adjusting care strategies as needed.
- Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
- Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
- Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
- Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
- Developed strong rapport with residents through empathetic listening and compassionate communication strategies.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community resources to provide additional support services.
- Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans, improving residents'' progress.
- Conducted regular check-ins with residents to monitor progress, address concerns, and provide ongoing support.
- Assisted residents in adhering to treatment plans by setting up medical appointments, arranging transportation, coordinating services, and providing emotional support.
- Delivered targeted interventions for individual residents based on their specific needs and treatment objectives.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques designed to promote positive change in residents'' lives.
- Documented resident interactions thoroughly, maintaining accurate records for case management purposes.
- Communicated behavior choices to residents by outlining positive and negative consequences of choices.
- Assisted residents in achieving personal goals by facilitating access to community resources and services.
- Supported residents in coping with emotions and fears through one-on-one sessions.
- Encouraged clients to develop self-advocacy skills and to become active participants in own treatment plans.
- Supported case managers in the development and implementation of continuing care plans for residents, preparing them for successful transitions into independent living situations.
- Reduced instances of behavioral escalation by implementing proactive de-escalation techniques and interventions.
- Cultivated culture of respect and empathy among residents through role-modeling and consistent positive reinforcement.
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Conducted weekly meetings with students to review goals, address issues and provide support.
- Mentored and coached students to foster positive relationships and encourage successful academic achievement.
- Facilitated smooth transition of new students into residential program.
- Maintained safe and secure environment by conducting regular safety checks and enforcing house rules.
Direct Support Professional II
Cole County Residential Services Inc.
03.2009 - 02.2015
- Provided emotional and practical support to individuals, fostering positive and supportive living environment.
- Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans.
- Adapted activities and support strategies to meet changing needs of clients, demonstrating flexibility and creativity.
- Improved clients' daily living skills with hands-on teaching and encouragement, promoting independence.
- Participated in Special Olympics assisting developmental individuals with year-round training and competitions.
- Facilitated community integration for clients, enriching their social networks and life experiences.
- Advocated for clients' needs and rights in various settings, enhancing their quality of life.
- Conducted daily documentation of clients' progress and incidents, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
- Liaised with healthcare professionals to coordinate care, ensuring comprehensive support for clients.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, facilitating trust-based relationship for effective support.
Education
3 Year Undergraduate Education - Social Work / Minor Sociology
Lincoln University
Jefferson City, MOHigh School Diploma -
Hayti High School
Hayti, MOCertified Nursing Assistant
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC10-2017
Skills
- Effective time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- ADL support
- Goal setting
- Team collaboration
- Social skills development
- Recreational activities
- Individualized support planning
- Progress documentation
- Patient assessments
- Community integration
- Medical records management
- Care plan assessment
- Nutrition support
- Self-advocacy training
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- HIPAA compliance
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Life skills training
- De-escalation techniques
- Mobility assistance
- Self-care promotion
- Cultural awareness
- Charting and documentation
- First aid and CPR
- Wellness and nutrition knowledge
- CPR certification
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Vitals monitoring and documentation
Timeline
Direct Support Professional II/Medical Assistant
Cole County Residential Services Inc.
07.2021 - 06.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant/Certified Medication Aide
Wellmore of Lexington
10.2017 - 07.2021
Youth Support Worker/Residential Counselor
My Sister's Keeper Family Services
04.2015 - 09.2017
Direct Support Professional II
Cole County Residential Services Inc.
03.2009 - 02.2015
3 Year Undergraduate Education - Social Work / Minor Sociology
Lincoln University
High School Diploma -
Hayti High School
Certified Nursing Assistant
Midlands Technical College
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