Lindsey Portner
Colonial Beach,VA
Summary
Dedicated, experienced, and compassionate human services professional seeking an opportunity to further expand practice in leadership roles. Knowledgeable of best practices within the field and emphasis on person-centered care. Held positions in multiple settings to include, long-term care facilities, acute rehabilitation facilities, residential / group homes, and skilled nursing facilities. Experienced and trained in Therapeutic Options, CPR and First Aid, and specialized memory care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional II
Hope Tree Family Services
Fredericksburg, VA
01.2025 - Current
- Attends annual planning meetings and SIS meetings alongside the Manager to advocate on behalf of individuals supported and contribute to outcome planning and service delivery.
- Participates in and assists Manager with the development of Part V and other elements of ISP. Review accuracy of Part V outcomes, activities, and support monthly instructions and report any changes needed to the Manager.
- Assists the Manager with day-to-day operations of the home including documentation review, completion of quarterly reviews, participation in medical appointments, and other duties as assigned.
- Provides training and support to Direct Support Professional I staff.
- Serves as on-call liaison when Manager is on PTO
- Completes all responsibilities and duties of a Direct Support Professional I.
Direct Support Professional I
Hope Tree Family Services
Fredericksburg, VA
04.2023 - 01.2025
- Provided day-to-day supervision, organization, and implementation of activities to promote inclusivity, independence, and positivity to residents.
- Completed all required documentation reporting progress on goals, to include quarterly reviews, daily/weekly/monthly progress notes, and other records.
- Supported individuals with a variety of daily needs, including physical hygiene, household hygiene, emotional and behavioral support, etc.
- Accurately documented and administered medications to residents daily.
Nurse Aide
Bowling Green Health and Rehabilitation Center
Bowling Green, VA
08.2019 - 04.2023
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living to include but not limited to, nutrition/feeding, oral care, shaving/grooming, showering, and incontinence care.
- Assisted nursing staff with care of residents to include but not limited to, transporting and moving of residents, passing and collecting meal trays, measuring and documenting vital signs, and charting as required in electronic health record.
- Maintained a safe and welcoming environment for all residents and visitors.
VA Ride Operator & Rides Lead
Kings Dominion
Doswell, VA
02.2015 - 03.2019
- Maintained safe and clean ride areas for guests.
- Assisted and responded to guests with any questions, concerns, or feedback.
- Opened ride locations with the use and completion of safety checklists.
- Trained a team of 15 to 25 members.
- Created and maintained schedules for 15 to 25 team members.
- Provided support and shift assignments to a team of 15 to 25 members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Caroline High School
Milford, Va05-2009
Certified Nurse Aide -
Cardinal Institute for Health Careers
Fredericksburg, VA08.2019
Some College (No Degree) -
Rappahannock Community College
Warsaw, VASkills
- Proficient in Office Suite software
- Experience working in memory care
- Cross agency communication skills
- Crisis intervention and management
- Team player and leadership skills
- Creative problem-solving skills
- Attention to details and organized
- Experience working with individuals with varying intellectual and behavioral disabilities
- Familiar with utilizing electronic health records
Timeline
Direct Support Professional II
Hope Tree Family Services
01.2025 - Current
Direct Support Professional I
Hope Tree Family Services
04.2023 - 01.2025
Nurse Aide
Bowling Green Health and Rehabilitation Center
08.2019 - 04.2023
VA Ride Operator & Rides Lead
Kings Dominion
02.2015 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Caroline High School
Certified Nurse Aide -
Cardinal Institute for Health Careers
Some College (No Degree) -
Rappahannock Community College
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