Olubukola Kusimo
Pawtucket,RI
Summary
Compassionate and reliable Direct Care Worker with extensive experience at Commonwealth of Massachusetts Metro Residential Services. Proven ability in medication administration and patient care, enhancing client independence and dignity. Skilled in documenting progress and fostering positive interactions, ensuring safety and well-being for all clients. Committed to delivering exceptional support , care to the clients so as to achieve their goals.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Counselor
Vinfen Corporation
Dedham, MA
08.2019 - Current
- Monitored client behavior and provided constructive feedback to promote positive interactions.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate records in compliance with agency standards.
- Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
- Taking the individuals out for community outings, going for shopping, administering medication and supporting the individual to achieve their goals.
Direct Care Worker
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Metro Residential Services
Walpole, MA
2020 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Implemented personalized care plans, adapting support to meet individual needs.
- Monitored patient behavior and communicated changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance overall client care strategies.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Administered medications accurately and promptly, adhering to medication schedules and physician instructions.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Ensured clean and comfortable living environments through diligent housekeeping duties catered towards individual preferences whenever possible.
- Utilized adaptive equipment to support patients in achieving their highest level of functioning and independence.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Provided transportation services for patients'' appointments with healthcare providers or community-based events as needed.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
Direct Care Worker
Bridgeway Residential Services
Richmond, VA
2017 - 01.2019
- Provided individualized support to clients in daily living activities, fostering independence and self-sufficiency.
- Assisted clients with personal care, including hygiene and grooming, ensuring comfort and dignity, administration of medication and going out for activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oshodi High School
Mafoluku Lagos Nigeria 09-1993
Skills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Reliability and punctuality
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- CPR certified
- First aid and safety
- Progress documentation
- Mobility assistance
- Client documentation
- Client safety and first aid
- Transportation
- Direct patient care
- Recreational activities
- Safety monitoring
- ADL support
- Client transportation
- Multitasking and organization
- Daily living support
- HIPAA compliance
- Verbal and written communication
- Client support
- First aid and CPR
- Light housekeeping
- Vitals monitoring and documentation
- Medical chart documentation
Timeline
Residential Counselor
Vinfen Corporation
08.2019 - Current
Direct Care Worker
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Metro Residential Services
2020 - Current
Direct Care Worker
Bridgeway Residential Services
2017 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Oshodi High School