Richard Doss
Healthcare worker
Jamestown,NY
Summary
Committed CNA offers 16 years in home healthcare. Dedicated to delivering consistent and focused attention to client safety, comfort and dignity. Well-versed in direct patient care and recordkeeping.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Heritage Orchard Grove
03.2013 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans, addressing specific needs and goals of each patient.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
Direct Support Professional
The Resource Center
04.2007 - 03.2013
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Adapted support approaches based on individual client preferences, fostering increased trust and rapport over time.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Established strong relationships with local community resources to connect clients with additional supports as needed.
- Organized recreational events that encouraged relationship building among clients and increased their sense of belonging within the group home setting.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Served as a reliable point of contact for family members, maintaining open lines of communication about client progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- 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.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Education
High School Diploma -
East High School
Cleveland, OH06.1996
Skills
- Care Plan Management
- Behavioral Management
- Progress Documentation
- Client Documentation
- Medication Administration
- Care Plan Assessment
- Medical Charting
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- First Aid and Safety
- Record Keeping
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Patient Transportation
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Heritage Orchard Grove
03.2013 - Current
Direct Support Professional
The Resource Center
04.2007 - 03.2013
High School Diploma -
East High School