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Mercy Ndikum

Hyattsville,Maryland

Summary

Caring and empathetic Direct care giver with 7years of experience providing therapeutic support for adults with disabilities. Competent planner, developer and implementer of complex individual program plans. Certified medication administrator, verifying patient medicine and nutrition plan adherence according to strict detail.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Care Professional

Community System Inc
Lanham , MD
07.2019 - 05.2023
  • Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
  • Analyzed overall patient performance and recommended adjustments to care plan goals, supporting individual progression.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.

HHA

At Home Care Inc
Laurel , MD
09.2015 - 03.2019
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.

Education

Computer And Information Sciences

University of Yaoundé 1
Mounds, OK
09.2011

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Progress Documentation
  • Client Direct Care
  • First Aid and Safety
  • Vital Signs Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Developmental Disabilities

Certification

HHA , Meds certified

Timeline

Direct Care Professional

Community System Inc
07.2019 - 05.2023

HHA

At Home Care Inc
09.2015 - 03.2019

Computer And Information Sciences

University of Yaoundé 1
Mercy Ndikum