Minnie Walthour
Brunswick,GA
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with experience at Gateway Behavioral Health Services, skilled in compassionate listening and disability awareness. Enhanced client quality of life through tailored care plans and effective medication monitoring. Committed to fostering independence and dignity while ensuring a safe, supportive environment for individuals with disabilities.
Healthcare professional with comprehensive background in providing compassionate patient care and support. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments. Brings strong skills in patient monitoring, basic medical procedures, and effective communication, ensuring seamless team collaboration and optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Gateway Behavioral Health Services
03.2009 - Current
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Marsh's Edge Nursing Home
06.2005 - 02.2009
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Education
GED -
Adult Learning Center
Brunswick, GA08-2005
No Degree - Surgical Technologist
Coastal Community Collage
Brunswick, GA05-2009
Skills
- Disability awareness
- Compassionate listening
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene support
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Gateway Behavioral Health Services
03.2009 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Marsh's Edge Nursing Home
06.2005 - 02.2009
GED -
Adult Learning Center
No Degree - Surgical Technologist
Coastal Community Collage
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