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Pamalynne Gordon

Farmville,VA

Summary

Proven Direct Support Professional with a track record of enhancing client wellness and safety at Crossroads CSB. Expert in medication administration and adept at behavior redirection, I excel in creating supportive environments. My compassionate caregiving and critical thinking skills have significantly improved client outcomes, demonstrating a commitment to health and safety standards.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Crossroads CSB
04.2013 - Current
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized environment.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Administering medication to clients.
  • First Aid/CPR trained.
  • PCP documentation training.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Audit and update medication administration record along with PCP books.
  • Follow physician orders to include diets, checking blood sugars, blood pressure and administering medications using the 5 R (5 Rights of Medication administration) system.

Direct Support Professional

Helton House
06.2007 - 03.2013
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.

Sewing Machine Operator

STEPS INC
09.2003 - 05.2007
  • Maintained an organized work area, ensuring efficient access to tools, materials, and supplies for optimal productivity.
  • Produced high-quality garments through careful monitoring of stitch quality and consistency.
  • Supported performance targets by maintaining clean and neat work areas.
  • Operated sewing machines to join, reinforce, or decorate products and performed hand stitching for smaller projects.
  • Worked with individuals with DD to support them with completing their sewing tasks.
  • Met strict deadlines for garment production by efficiently managing workload and prioritizing tasks.

Education

GED -

Prince Edward County High School
Farmville, VA
08.1998

Skills

First aid and safety

Behavior redirection

Client Support

Compassionate Caregiving

Medication Administration

Client documentation

Health and safety requirements

Appointment Scheduling

ADL support

Progress Documentation

State regulations knowledge

CPR Certification

Fast Learner

Critical Thinking

Documentation and Recordkeeping

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Crossroads CSB
04.2013 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Helton House
06.2007 - 03.2013

Sewing Machine Operator

STEPS INC
09.2003 - 05.2007

GED -

Prince Edward County High School

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