Maria Berhe
Pawtucket,RI
Summary
Committed Healthcare professional bringing over 6 years of proven success in healthcare roles. Dedicated to providing client safety and comfort through continuous focused care. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities with passion for community contribution. Dedicated individual experienced in working with patients suffering from mental and physical disabilities and ailments. Talented at assisting patients with daily living tasks, including implementation and Assisting with medication. Committed to improving overall patient well-being and health through personal care and interactive engagement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health and Developmental Services
Fuller Hospital
Attleboro, MA
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
DSP
Turning The Corner
Providence, RI
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Documented current patient information to update supervising Dsps, including vital signs, behaviors and eating habits.
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
- Administered necessary medications as directed by care plan. Supervised, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Documented client progress in charts and logbooks.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and other related errands.
Manager/Owner/Operator
Maromis market llc
Providence, RI
11.2014 - 02.2020
- Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability.
- Evaluated operational trends and made proactive strategy adjustments to maintain alignment between performance and objectives.
- Facilitated exceptional sales and performance results by focusing on continuous improvement approaches and capitalizing on emerging market opportunities.
- Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
- Reduced shrink by developing culture of loss prevention, improving return processes and upgrading store layout.
- Monitored supplier operations to verify quality, delivery schedule and conformance to contract specifications.
- Established and created training programs to enhance employee knowledge of best practices, resulting in improved customer satisfaction.
- Assisted negotiation with vendors and suppliers to reduce cost by 35%.
- Conducted inventory counts by assessing current state of inventory integrity against target accuracy levels and tracking variances.
- Greeted and encouraged feedback from customers to implement in-store operational changes.
- Reviewed employee performance every week and delivered constructive feedback to improve weaknesses.
- Met with each associate to establish realistic monthly sales goals.
DSP
Looking Upwards Inc.
Middletown, RI
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Reported concerns to supervisor to maintain optimal care for all client needs.
- Kept detailed records of patient care, progress, medication administration and changes in health or other conditions.
- Engaged with clients providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Assisted with allocating small expenses to prepare and assess budgetary needs.
- Led physical therapy activities such as walking and different kind of sports to help patients regain range of motion, build muscle and heal injuries.
- Documented current patient information to update supervising including vital signs, behaviors and eating habits.
- Supported and encouraged psychiatric patients to promote health and wellness.
- Prevented patient injuries by providing necessary restraints and appropriate supports.
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
- Administered necessary medications as directed by care plan.
- Facilitated best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
- Monitored client's well-being, safety and comfort under direction of physician.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Documented client progress in charts and logbooks.
CNA
Cherry Hill Manor
Johnston, RI
05.2013 - 07.2016
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Administered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
New England Tech
East Greenwich, RI06.2019
Skills
- Compassionate client care
- Client safety and first aid
- Health Services
- Case management experience
- Client documentation
- Behavior redirection
- Community activities
- Transportation
- Proper phone etiquette
- Client satisfaction
- Meal preparation
- Medication administration
- Cash management experience
- Active listening
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Fast learner
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Vital signs monitoring
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Clear communication
- Attentive to people
- CPR certification
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Dementia care
- Dressing assistance
- Decision-making
- Ability to lift
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient confidentiality
- Supportive personality
- Physical strength
- Safety compliance
- Emotional support
- Wound care
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Team building
Certification
- Licensed CNA - 2009
- Ukeru & Safety skill Training - 2019
- DSP Training - 2019
- CPR & AED Training - 2019
Hobbies and Interests
on my day off love watching Soccer or swimming also like yoga.
Timeline
Mental Health and Developmental Services
Fuller Hospital
10.2021 - 05.2023
DSP
Turning The Corner
11.2020 - 08.2021
DSP
Looking Upwards Inc.
01.2019 - 08.2019
Manager/Owner/Operator
Maromis market llc
11.2014 - 02.2020
CNA
Cherry Hill Manor
05.2013 - 07.2016
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
New England Tech