Nayaley Antonio
Spring Valley,New York
Summary
Dedicated direct support professional with extensive experience at Share 24/7, enhancing client well-being through compassionate caregiving and effective behavior management. Skilled in medication administration and relationship building, I foster trust and promote independence, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. Committed to achieving optimal health outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct-support-professional
Share 24/7
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
Caregiver
HamaspikCare
5 Perlman Dr Spring Valley NY 10977
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Education
High School Diploma - Biology
Pere De Montfort
26 Rte Lamare Haiti Port Au Prince06.2018
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medication administration
- Behavioral management
- Client documentation
- Decision-making support
- Relationship building
- Direct patient care
- Health and safety requirements
- Patient care
- Transportation
- Client transportation
- Goal setting
- Social skills development
- Recreational activities
- Patient assessments
Certification
I have pca certification, I have cpr certification
Timeline
Direct-support-professional
Share 24/7
02.2024 - Current
Caregiver
HamaspikCare
09.2022 - 12.2024
High School Diploma - Biology
Pere De Montfort