Dedicated professional with extensive experience at Cny Ddso, excelling in compassionate client care and medication management. Proven ability to build strong rapport with patients while ensuring safety and compliance with state regulations. Skilled in documentation and community advocacy, fostering a positive environment that enhances patient well-being and independence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DSA
Cny Ddso
Cortland, NY
01.2020 - 06.2025
Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals, and continually monitored for safety.
Enhanced patient well-being by supporting participation in recreational activities.
Maintained a clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Followed the care plan and directions to administer medications.
AMAP certified, medication log and ordering, Medication Specification Sheets.
Advocated for individuals on community outings and doctor's appointments
Completed TIMES
Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
Transported clients to doctors' appointments and errands.
Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, eating habits, and weights.
Helped patients adjust to hospital routines and thrive in structured environments.
Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
Liaised between doctors and patients about care plans, progress, and changing health conditions.
Prepared food and helped patients eat to support healthy nutrition.
Assisted patients with bladder and bowel needs by helping to restroom.
Educated families and patients on potential plans for health care, including physical therapy and other options.
Staying current on all SLMS trainings
Developmental Assistant 1
Central New York DDSO
Cortland , NY
06.2023 - 05.2024
Completing the IRA schedule, including scheduling block vacations, approving or disapproving time off requests, change of shift requests, and casual time off.
Submitting TIMES for staff, and tracking T&A.
Approving ET/OT.
Completing assignment sheets and making sure all documentation is completed
Scheduling outings, making sure individuals have advocates, and all needs met.
Acumatica - ordering money for the individuals. Logging money in and out, logging in and out inventory, completing monthly audits
Handling petty cash and reimbursement paperwork monthly, and audits.
Completed all monthly paperwork, entered fire drills, entered maintenance requests, and followed up when needed.
Ordering supplies for the site.
Completing PPE inventory by the due date each week.
Creating a positive working environment.
Training and retraining staff as needed.
Managing time-completed DA1T tasks and working in the minimums during scheduled shifts
Attending Life Plan meetings and working closely with clinicians, and other members of the team.
Staying current on all SLMS trainings, and keeping track of staff's SLMS trainings.
Attending trainings as suggested by mentor/DA2/DA3
CNA
Cortland Park Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Cortland, NY
10.2017 - 12.2020
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers, and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, and heart rate.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared living areas, and nursing stations.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Documented activities and recorded information on the patient's chart.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation.
Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Cashier
Kwik Fill Red Apple
Cortland, NY
12.2011 - 10.2017
Was able to make bank runs for change if we needed it, and also get in the lotto machine for change if the banks were closed.
Helped with ordering as well as filling out bill to sheets to see what was needed.
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
Assisted with purchases, locating items, and signing up for rewards programs.
Operated the cash register, collected payments, and provided accurate change.
Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer service.
Maximized sales potential by preparing, storing, rotating and merchandising products at point-of-sale.
Resolved customer complaints, and escalated worsening concerns for remediation.
Verified customer identification for alcohol, or tobacco purchases.
Assisted managers and assistant managers with completing end-of-day counts and securing funds to prevent loss or theft.
Inventoried stock and placed new orders to keep supplies within optimal levels for expected demands.
Education
GED -
Cortland Junior-Senior High School
Cortland, NY
02-2007
Skills
Compassionate client care
Client safety and first aid
Behavior redirection
Nutrition
Client documentation
Knowledge of state regulations
Healthcare
Community activities
Cash management experience
Spreadsheet management
Database management
Proper phone etiquette
Coordination skills
Housekeeping
Medication administration
Meal preparation
Time management
Documentation compliance
Friendly, positive attitude
Rapport building
Team collaboration
Problem solving
Flexible and adaptable
Computer skills
Supervision and leadership
Team management
Community advocacy
Medication management
Vital signs monitoring
Certification
Licensed Certified Nursing Assistant, 2018
ARC CPR & First Aid Training 04/25/2024
Med Training/ AMAP recertification 03/04/2025
Enriching Individuals Lives through choice and inclusion The HCBS setting rules training 9/13/2023
Justice Center Code of Conduct Acknowledgement 06/08/2025
Equal Employment Opportunity and Workplace Discrimination Prevention 06/20/2025
Prevention of Workplace Violence 05/02/2025
Annual Training for Choking Prevention 05/02/2025
Medicaid Compliance 05/02/2025
Praise- Promoting Relationships and Implementing Safe Environments 05/02/2025
Infection Control, Bloodborne Pathogens, and Tuberculosis Refresher 05/01/2025
NYS Rights to Know Law 05/01/2025
Information, Cybersecurity, and Privacy Awareness 05/01/2025
Privacy and Security of Health Information 04/29/2025
Gender Identity in the work place 04/29/2025
Internal Controls 04/29/2025
Division of State Operations Overtime Checklist 03/03/2025
COELIG on Demand Ethics training 01/05/2025
N95 Respirator Protection Policy 01/05/2025
Promote level 2 Refresher 11/21/2024
Fire Safety level 1 Annual Refresher 05/23/2024
Promote level 1 Refresher 03/01/2024
Willowbrook 03/01/2024
Essentials of Supervision- The New supervisor- Making the Transition 11/28/2023
EHR Overview Recording 05/16/2021
Statewide Standardization of levels of Supervision for Individuals Receiving Services 04/26/2021