Maryam Smith
Westfield,IN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Well-rounded Personal Care Aide with years of experience 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 .Expert communicator when supporting patients' needs, documenting information and interacting with supervisors.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Rescare Homecare
8041 Knue Rd Indianapolis, IN 46250 United States
03.2018 - 09.2024
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- 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.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
Patient Care Technician
Ascension St Vincent's Hospital
2001 W 86th St Indianapolis, IN 46260 United Stat
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
Direct Support Professional
Amicus Place
6801 Lake Plaza Dr Indianapolis, IN 46220 United
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Lead Direct Support Professional
Senior Home Companion
3925 River Crossing Pkwy
10.2016 - 01.2018
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Political Science And International Relations
Osun State University
Osgbo Nigeria 05.2015
Skills
- Emergency Situations
- Behavior Redirection
- Vital Signs Management
- First Aid and Safety
- Specimen Collection
- Certified phlebotomist
- Compassionate Client Care
- Clinical Quality Program Standards
- Mobility Support
- Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- Household Chores
- Charting and Documentation
- Dietary Needs
- Report Generation
- Infection Control Procedures
- Diet and Nutrition
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved issues which led to result
- Achieved results by completing tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved results through effectively helping with task
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Certified phlebotomist
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Amicus Place
02.2022 - 12.2023
Patient Care Technician
Ascension St Vincent's Hospital
02.2021 - 10.2022
Direct Support Professional
Rescare Homecare
03.2018 - 09.2024
Lead Direct Support Professional
Senior Home Companion
10.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor Of Science - Political Science And International Relations
Osun State University