Marjorie Koberg
Consumer Choice Options
Stockton,IA
14
years of professional experience
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with a strong focus on patient care, effective communication, and problem-solving. Committed to enhancing clients' daily living experiences through tailored support and individualized care plans.
Work History
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
13 Years 7 Months- Assisted clients in developing and maintaining independent living skills through tailored support plans.
- Provided compassionate personal care to individuals with disabilities, enhancing daily living activities.
- Monitored client progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care and service delivery for clients.
- Developed individualized care plans based on assessments, aligning support with client goals and preferences.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Provided transportation to doctor's appointments, grocery stores, salons, and barbershops.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of client needs in order to adjust care plans accordingly or bring attention to potential issues requiring further evaluation from healthcare providers.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Education
High School Diploma
No Degree - Done Some Nursing
Skills
Disability awareness
Emotional support
Meal preparation
Personal hygiene assistance
Transportation assistance
Patient care
Medication management
Activity planning
Physical assistance
Adaptive equipment use
Healthcare coordination
Respectful and compassionate
Daily living assistance
Special needs care
ADL assistance
Elderly care
Behavioral management
Client documentation
HIPAA compliance
Complex Problem-solving
Documentation
Compassionate communication
Time management
Dementia care
Housekeeping
Basic housekeeping
Flexible schedule and availability
Dependable and responsible
Verbal and written communication skills
Problem-solving
Medical record-keeping
Progress documentation
Medication and appointment reminders
Flexible schedule
Client transportation
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
End-of-life care
Care plan assessment
Active listening
Compassion and empathy
Adaptability and flexibility
Verbal and written communication
Safety awareness
Social interaction
Conflict resolution
Patient advocacy
Cultural sensitivity
Nutrition
Disability support
At-home care instruction
Patient mobility assistance
Patient care and companionship
Compassionate client care
Medication coordination
Daily living activities assistance
Community activities
Clear communication
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Consumer Choice Options
01.2013 - CurrentRead More
Muscatine Community Schools
High School Diploma
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Muscatine Communtiy College
No Degree from Done Some Nursing
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