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Nicholas Hernandez

4681 Frederick. Omaha,NE

Summary

Dedicated Direct Support Professional with a focus on compassionate caregiving and individualized support planning. Skilled in time management and behavior redirection, committed to enhancing client independence and quality of life.

Overview

1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Ollie Webb Center
08.2022 - Current
  • Supports individuals with disabilities in daily living activities to enhance independence and quality of life.
  • Implements personalized care plans, ensuring adherence to individual goals and safety protocols.
  • Facilitates communication between clients and families, promoting understanding and collaboration.
  • Trains and mentors new staff on best practices in direct support services, fostering a knowledgeable team 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.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
  • Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.

Education

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Omaha, NE
05-2014

Art

Metropolitan Community College
Omaha, NE

Skills

  • Time management
  • First aid and safety
  • Behavior redirection
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Health and safety requirements
  • Relationship building
  • Disability awareness
  • Goal setting
  • Team collaboration
  • Individualized support planning
  • Problem-solving
  • Empathy and patience

Certification

CPR/FIRST AID

MANDT

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Ollie Webb Center
08.2022 - Current

Art

Metropolitan Community College

High School Diploma -

Central High School

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