Megan McKnight
Watertown,SD
Summary
Resourceful student with background in efficiently completing tasks and maintaining high productivity levels. Skilled in time management, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Excel at communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring successful collaboration and project completion in diverse environments.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Human Service Agency
Watertown, SD
02.2024 - Current
- Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Home Health Aide
New Dimensions Home Health
Fergus Falls, MN
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Assisted clients with proper exercises and rehabilitation.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN07-2025
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Central Lakes College
Staples, MN05-2020
Skills
- ADL support
- Verbal and written communication
- Life skills training
- Compassionate client care
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Behavior redirection
- Cultural awareness
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Progress documentation
- Empathy and patience
- State regulations
- First aid and safety
- Disability awareness
- Active listening
- Emotional intelligence
Accomplishments
- Deans List Spring 2024
- The National Society of Leadership and Success, Fall 2024
Certification
- CPR
- Medication Administration
- Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Human Service Agency
02.2024 - Current
Home Health Aide
New Dimensions Home Health
09.2023 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bemidji State University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Central Lakes College
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