LeWanda Price
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Jacksonville
Summary
Skilled caregiver with extensive experience in providing direct support to individuals with diverse needs. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring reliable and flexible care. Proficient in personal care, medication management, and developing individualized care plans. Known for empathy, patience, and effective communication.
Professional caregiver with commitment to high standards and achieving impactful results. Proven ability to provide compassionate support and maintain positive living environment. Reliable team collaborator who adapts to changing needs and ensures quality care. Skills include effective communication, empathy, and problem-solving.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Anglewood Inc.
08.2022 - Current
- Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Assisted with medication administration following guidelines set by the physician or nurse practitioner.
- Organized recreational activities for clients such as music therapy, art therapy, pet therapy and outdoor activities.
- Facilitated community outings to promote socialization and independence in daily living skills.
- Supervised meal times ensuring that appropriate nutritional needs were met for each client.
- Developed positive relationships with clients and their families through regular communication.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client behavior, progress notes and incident reports.
- Ensured safety of all individuals in the facility at all times.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized plans of care for each client based on their abilities and interests.
- Supported clients during medical appointments to ensure understanding of instructions provided by healthcare professionals.
- Provided transportation services for clients to doctor's appointments, shopping trips or other outings as needed.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Ensured a safe and comfortable living environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks and proactive maintenance reporting.
Florida Mentor
DSP
12.2020 - 06.2024
- Adapted mentorship style based on individual mentee needs, enabling tailored interventions that drove better results than one-size-fits-all approaches.
- Offered constructive feedback on mentee progress, enabling them to refine their skills and enhance their potential.
- Enhanced mentee performance by providing personalized guidance and support.
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in all situations unless abuse, neglect, or threats identified.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
Jmax Support Services LLC
Home Health Aid
11.2009 - 12.2015
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma -
William M. Raines High School
Jacksonville, FL06-1990
Skills
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Adaptive equipment use
- First-aid and CPR
- Physical assistance
- Patient Care
- Emotional Support
Transportation assistance
First aid and CPR
Community integration
Nutrition monitoring
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Anglewood Inc.
08.2022 - Current
Florida Mentor
DSP
12.2020 - 06.2024
Jmax Support Services LLC
Home Health Aid
11.2009 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
William M. Raines High School