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Melissa Knudsen

Bismarxk,ND

Summary

Dedicated professional with 16 years at Red River Human Services Foundation, excelling in medication administration and fostering independence among individuals with developmental disabilities. Recognized for strong teamwork and problem-solving skills, I effectively trained staff and enhanced daily living programs, ensuring compassionate support and improved quality of life for residents.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

DSP

HIT
08.2021 - Current

Assisted children with developmental disabilities in daily life activities to enhance independence.

Implemented tailored programs to help with personal growth.

Paraprofessional

Beulah Public Schools
06.2018 - 05.2020
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring
  • Supported students by delivering one-on-one and small group in various subjects.

DSP

Red River Human Services Foundation
10.1993 - 08.2017

Assisted manager in overseeing home for six adults with developmental disabilities.

Facilitated medical appointments for individuals supported by the organization.

Supported daily living skills to promote independence among residents.

Achieved Developmental Disabilities certification and medication administration certification.

Trained new staff members and coordinated staff schedules.

Acted as primary point of contact during manager's absence.

Contributed 16 years of service before transitioning to a different company location.

Prepared thrift store for opening while providing job coaching and working many areas of the store.

Education

Fairmount Public School
Fairmount, ND
05.1993

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Fast learner
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Attentive to people
  • Active listening
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Supportive personality
  • Cooking meals
  • Meal planning and preparation
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Housekeeping
  • Household cleaning
  • Caring companionship
  • Bedside manner
  • Wound care
  • Emotional support
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Feeding assistance
  • Pain management
  • Meal preparation
  • Vitals monitoring and documentation
  • Self motivation
  • Medication administration
  • Infection control
  • CPR/AED
  • First aid training
  • Professionalism
  • Medication management
  • First aid certification
  • Schedule management
  • Medical chart documentation
  • Blood glucose monitoring
  • Care plan implementation
  • Health education

Accomplishments

I am a mother of 2 children and a grandmother of 4 grandchildren.

I am DD level 4 certified through Minot State University

I took medication training

I was recognized employee of the year for Red River Human Service Foundation the first year being employed

I am 5 years in recovery

Affiliations

I am active member of the Christian Motorcycle Association.

I am the secretary with the Christian Motorcycle Association and also the Run for the Son secretary.

I am on the worship team at my church

I volunteer with the ladies at Adult and Teen Challenge.

I help head up Woven women’s ministry

Timeline

DSP

HIT
08.2021 - Current

Paraprofessional

Beulah Public Schools
06.2018 - 05.2020

DSP

Red River Human Services Foundation
10.1993 - 08.2017

Fairmount Public School

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