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Lynn Schuster

Direct Care Professional
Bemidji,MN - Minnesota

Summary

Devoted Job Title, providing exemplary service to individuals in residential care environments with utmost respect and consideration. Supportive care professional, monitoring client behaviors and encouraging participation in healthy activities as noted within care plan. Deliberate role model, demonstrating healthy behavior for daily living and social interactions. Caring and empathetic Job Title with Number years of experience providing therapeutic support for adults with disabilities. Competent planner, developer and implementer of complex individual program plans. Certified medication administrator, verifying patient medicine and nutrition plan adherence according to strict detail. Reliable Job Title enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Attentive Job Title passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational and conflict management skills. Compassionate Job Title assists elderly or disabled clients and patients from hospices or recovery centers. Observes and reports on patient status, cleans and organizes living quarters and provides companionship. Demonstrated knowledge of vital sign reading and proper aseptic and infection control policies. Well-rounded Personal Care Aide with Number years assisting clients with various daily living needs at home. Talented at offering attentive care to patients by managing health needs, helping with personal grooming, carrying out light housekeeping and Task. Expert communicator when supporting patients' needs, documenting information and interacting with supervisors. Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Direct Care Professional

Cardinal Of Minnesota
Bemidji, Minnesota
06.2006 - Current
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Evaluated client progress toward established annual and quarterly goals.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Analyzed overall patient performance and recommended adjustments to care plan goals, supporting individual progression.
  • Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
  • Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
  • Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
  • Researched community resources and services to provide accessibility and assistance to clients.
  • Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.

Professional Wildfire Firefighter

Mn-DNR- Forestry
Bemidji, MN
04.1994 - Current
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Monitored and responded to hazardous gas levels and smoke detectors to avoid injuries and fatalities.
  • Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
  • Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
  • Controlled hazardous materials and waste incidents to avoid fires and injuries.
  • Developed and implemented fire safety plans to increase preparedness and rapid response.
  • Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
  • Assisted in prevention of fires through public education programs.
  • Diagnosed and located hazardous materials and other sources of fires.
  • Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
  • Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
  • Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
  • Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
  • Contributed to fire investigation reports and provided testimony in court.
  • Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
  • Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.
  • Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
  • Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
  • Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
  • Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
  • Carried out fire inspections to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective measures.
  • Conducted fire drills and trained new recruits in use of firefighting equipment.
  • Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.

Corr

Northwest Minnesota Juvenile Center
Bemidji, MN
05.1995 - 05.2006
  • Cooked dishes and entrees in tradition of Indian culture, using various spices, rubs and marinades.
  • Actively participated in planning menus for restaurant and for event catering.
  • Wiped down food surfaces and used disinfectants to minimize spread of germs while maintaining kitchen cleanliness.
  • Supervised portion control and plating of items prior to delivery to patrons.
  • Operated tandoor for baking and cooking various authentic Indian recipes.
  • Prepared marinades to be used in such recipes as tandoori chicken utilizing wealth of different ingredients and spices.
  • Developed and implemented exciting menu with freshest ingredients for Number-seat Indian restaurant.
  • Followed safety measures when operating tandoor for baking and cooking various authentic Indian recipes.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Delivered on time and under-budget project management to resolve customer service issues for senior management.
  • Streamlined operational efficiencies by effectively maintaining daily shift activity logs.
  • Enforced regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks, alcohol sensor testing and gate-locking procedures.
  • Mitigated risks and emergency response delays by monitoring weapon inventory controls.
  • Executed on-time and under-budget project management on customer service issues for senior leadership.
  • Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
  • Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect contraband.
  • Oversaw and maintained custody of Number inmates in maximum security.
  • Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
  • Automated document flow by ensuring log books and medical files were maintained with Number% accuracy.
  • Arranged library visits, work assignments, family visits and counseling appointments for prisoners.
  • Led inmate work crews completing maintenance, construction, farming and operations activities.
  • Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites.
  • Strengthened emergency response protocols by conducting emergency scenarios and quarterly Type drills and assessing results.

Education

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN
09.1983 - 12.1986

A.A. Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Waldorf College
Forest City, IA
09.1981 - 05.1983

Skills

Care plan assessment

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References

Brendan Peterson 218 220 9910

John Magnan 520 990 0859

Amanda Holman 218 556 8171

Timeline

Direct Care Professional

Cardinal Of Minnesota
06.2006 - Current

Corr

Northwest Minnesota Juvenile Center
05.1995 - 05.2006

Professional Wildfire Firefighter

Mn-DNR- Forestry
04.1994 - Current

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Bemidji State University
09.1983 - 12.1986

A.A. Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Waldorf College
09.1981 - 05.1983
Lynn SchusterDirect Care Professional