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Nicole Brewster

Dryden,NY

Summary

Caring Residential Counselor with experience supporting independence through daily living skills coaching. Diligent when enhancing residents' mental health and social needs. Focused on meeting resident life plan goals by teaching positive habits, safety tips and time management. Dedicated to encouraging well-suited hobbies and leisure activities.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Residential Counselor

Unity House of Cayuga County
Ithaca, NY
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Provided guidance and support to clients in need of assistance with daily living skills.
  • Monitored client progress, documented observations, and reported changes in behavior to supervisors.
  • Maintained accurate records of client information including medical histories, medications administered, counseling sessions attended.
  • Provided transportation for clients as needed to appointments or other activities outside the residence.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations set forth by local authorities.
  • Responded promptly to any emergency situations that may arise within the residence.
  • Supervised medication administration according to physician instructions.
  • Performed regular room checks for cleanliness standards as well as security purposes.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Groton Community Health Care
Groton, NY
06.2023 - 09.2024
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Oak Hill Manor
Ithaca, NY
03.2023 - 05.2023
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chenango Forks High School
Binghamton, NY
08-1998

Associate of Applied Science -

Tompkins-Cortland Community College
Dryden, NY

Skills

  • Patient Education
  • Safety Management
  • Client Transportation
  • Client Advocacy
  • Supply Replenishment
  • De-Escalation Techniques

Affiliations

  • President of Active Minds, 2024
  • Vice President of Active Minds, 2023
  • Student Government Assoc.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Residential Counselor

Unity House of Cayuga County
06.2024 - 09.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Groton Community Health Care
06.2023 - 09.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Oak Hill Manor
03.2023 - 05.2023

High School Diploma -

Chenango Forks High School

Associate of Applied Science -

Tompkins-Cortland Community College

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