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Marketta Lincoln

Lindenhurst,NY

Summary

Direct Care Worker with proven expertise in providing high-quality support in home settings. Skilled in monitoring medication effects, observing client behaviors, and promoting healthy lifestyle choices. Committed to ensuring patient safety and enhancing overall well-being through personalized care and assistance with daily activities. Focused on implementing innovative techniques to achieve optimal health outcomes for clients. Committed Direct Care Worker brings success in healthcare roles. Skilled at assisting with daily living activities and meal preparation. Focused on maintaining client safety and comfort through continuous monitoring and care.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Mercy Medical Center
06.2000 - Current
  • Facilitate social interactions between 10 residents and their peers in a community setting.
  • Accompany individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
  • Assist in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
  • Monitor individuals' behaviors, document observations, and report any changes or concerns to the supervisor.
  • Provide guidance and support to ensure the safety of individuals served.
  • Instruct individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision-making abilities.
  • Collaborate with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
  • Encourage positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses, and reinforcing desired behaviors.
  • Develop relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
  • Maintain a clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Supervise medication administration, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
  • Provide assistance to individuals with daily activities, such as personal care, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Plan and prepare healthy meals and snacks for clients, and provide assistance with eating when necessary.

Psych Assistant

South Nassau Community Hospital
03.2002 - 02.2019
  • Provided support and supervision to 40+ psychiatric patients during their daily activities on a locked ward.
  • Gathered information from patient interviews, behavior observations, and medical records to assist psychiatrists in diagnosis and treatment decisions.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan for appropriate interventions.
  • Greeted visitors, clients and guests in a professional manner.
  • Educated family members on how to best provide care for their loved ones with mental illness.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to individuals struggling with mental health issues.
  • Provided recreational activities in a group setting.
  • Transported patients to special units within the facility.

Education

High School Diploma -

Roosevelt Jr., Sr. High

Hemodialysis

Nassau Tech

Skills

  • Direct and indirect patient care
  • Appointment scheduling and transportation
  • ADL support and goal setting
  • Care delivery
  • Behavioral management
  • Charting, progress notes and documentation
  • Microsoft 360
  • Microsoft Entra

Timeline

Psych Assistant

South Nassau Community Hospital
03.2002 - 02.2019

Direct Support Professional

Mercy Medical Center
06.2000 - Current

High School Diploma -

Roosevelt Jr., Sr. High

Hemodialysis

Nassau Tech

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