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Maria DeJesus-Nin

Lawrence,MA

Summary

Professional with extensive experience at Mary Immaculate Healthcare Services, excelling in resident engagement and support. Demonstrated success in creative planning and event management, enhancing quality of life for residents through innovative activities. Skilled in relationship building and calendar management, significantly improving community participation.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Activities Assistant

Mary Immaculate Healthcare Services
09.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced resident engagement by organizing and leading diverse activities such as arts, crafts, games, and outings.
  • Developed and monitored budgets for recreational activities.
  • Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
  • Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
  • Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.

Activities Director-Interim

Mary Immaculate Healthcare Services
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Coordinated off-site activities and accompanied residents throughout excursions.
  • Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
  • Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
  • Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
  • Documented preferences and helped develop relevant activities.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mary Immaculate Healthcare Services
02.2008 - 07.2024
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.

Activities Assistant

Mary Immaculate Healthcare Services
08.2022 - 06.2024
  • Enhanced resident engagement by organizing and leading diverse activities such as arts, crafts, games, and outings.
  • Developed and monitored budgets for recreational activities.
  • Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
  • Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
  • Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.

Activity Director

Mary Immaculate Healthcare Services
07.2022 - 08.2022
  • Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
  • Completed resident evaluations for discharge to provide reports on mobility limitations to smooth care transition and promote continued resident activity.
  • Coordinated special events such as holiday celebrations or themed parties to enhance overall quality of life within the community setting.
  • Developed and lead intergenerational activities to encourage mental agility of patients.
  • Increased physical fitness levels among residents by designing exercise programs tailored to individual abilities and preferences.

Activity Assistant

Mary Immaculate Healthcare Services
07.2020 - 07.2022
  • Enhanced resident engagement by developing and implementing creative activities tailored to individual needs.
  • Coordinated special events to celebrate holidays, birthdays, or other milestones that fostered a sense of community within the residence.
  • Managed activity calendar, ensuring diverse options catered to a wide range of interests and abilities.
  • Assisted in the development of individualized care plans by contributing insights on residents'' interests, preferences, and abilities gathered during activities engagements.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lawrence High School
Lawrence, MA

Caring For Residents With Dementia

National Council of Dementia Practitioners
10-2024

Nursing Assistant

Nursing Assistant Certification Through Academy
Andover, MA
06-1991

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Resident support
  • Customer service
  • Creative planning
  • Flexibility
  • Documentation skills
  • Calendar management
  • Event planning
  • Schedule management

Certification

Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Dementia Practtitioner

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Activities Assistant

Mary Immaculate Healthcare Services
09.2024 - Current

Activities Director-Interim

Mary Immaculate Healthcare Services
06.2024 - 09.2024

Activities Assistant

Mary Immaculate Healthcare Services
08.2022 - 06.2024

Activity Director

Mary Immaculate Healthcare Services
07.2022 - 08.2022

Activity Assistant

Mary Immaculate Healthcare Services
07.2020 - 07.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mary Immaculate Healthcare Services
02.2008 - 07.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Dementia Practtitioner

High School Diploma -

Lawrence High School

Caring For Residents With Dementia

National Council of Dementia Practitioners

Nursing Assistant

Nursing Assistant Certification Through Academy
Maria DeJesus-Nin