Quaticka Morris
Batesburg-Leesville ,SC
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Attentive Direct Support Patient passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational and conflict management skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level as a CNA and Direct Support Patient position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Well-rounded Personal Care Aide with 17 years assisting clients with various daily living needs at home. Talented at offering attentive care to patients by managing health needs, helping with personal grooming, carrying out light housekeeping and helping with caring for family members before pass away. Expert communicator when supporting patients' needs, documenting information and interacting with supervisors. Well-rounded Personal Care Aide with 17 years assisting clients with various daily living needs at home. Talented at offering attentive care to patients by managing health needs, helping with personal grooming, carrying out light housekeeping and everyday living. Expert communicator when supporting patients' needs, documenting information and interacting with supervisors.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Babcock Center
West Columbia, SC
11.2017 - Current
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Minimized injuries to staff or patients through support or restraint to control patient movements.
- Supervised 2 years household staff, contractors and vendors
Nurse Technician
Baptist Hospital
Columbia, SC
02.2014 - 11.2017
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance, giving baths and performing dress changes for patients.
- Administered medication according to each patient's medical charts and recorded vitals such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Helped over 8 patients per day, both psychologically and emotionally to facilitate quick
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Worked with staff to develop and implement treatment plans
- Corresponded with appropriate doctors to report any changes occurring in patients' health
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
Direct Support Professional
Babcock Center
West Columbia, SC
01.2008 - 10.2014
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Supervised 1 household staff, contractors and vendors
Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC Nursing Home/ Rehabilitation
West Columbia, SC
07.2005 - 10.2007
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 8-bed unit by continuously checking in
Education
No Degree - Surgical Technology
Aiken Technical College
Graniteville, SC01.2025
High School Diploma -
Batesburg-Leesville High School
Batesburg-leesville, SC05.2005
Skills
DSP
- Independent Living
- Household Cleaning
- Grocery Shopping
- First Aid Certification
CNA
- Feeding Assistance
- Linen Replacements
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Recording Vital Signs
- Catheter Change and Preparation
Certification
Med Tech- pass medication as a DSP
CPR
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Babcock Center
11.2017 - Current
Nurse Technician
Baptist Hospital
02.2014 - 11.2017
Direct Support Professional
Babcock Center
01.2008 - 10.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC Nursing Home/ Rehabilitation
07.2005 - 10.2007
No Degree - Surgical Technology
Aiken Technical College
High School Diploma -
Batesburg-Leesville High School