Ruth Okpara
Coloma
Summary
Patient-centered professional with a collaborative approach to access, plan, facilitate and advocate for options and services. Backed by 20 years of Healthcare industry experience and accustomed to working with vulnerable populations. Communicates effectively in order to meet individual needs and coordinate available resources in order to promote quality outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Bronson South Haven Hospital
04.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assist Physical and Occupational Therapist
- Contributed to the improvement of departmental policies and procedures through participation in regular meetings and open communication with team members.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Owner
CareAssist Home Care
09.2021 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Transport client to medical appointment
- Assist with Medication reminding
- Wound care
Direct Care Professional
A Day to Remember AFC
05.2019 - 04.2021
- Ensured a safe and comfortable environment by maintaining clean and organized living spaces for clients.
- Coordinate daily medication schedules and administration to help clients address systems and enhance quality of life
- Monitor progress and document resident health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Turned and positioned bedbound residents to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort level.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients, families, and team members to create a supportive network for each individual.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing personalized care and support in daily living tasks.
Corporate Trainer
Beacon Specialized Living
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Developed engaging and entertaining presentations to maintain employee attention and improve impact of training.
- Conducted evaluations and observed employee performance to identify areas of needed improvement.
- Supported company growth by designing targeted training programs for new hires.
- Monitored employee progress and gave feedback to management and additional training requirements.
- Collaborated with management to identify company training needs and scheduling.
Direct Support Professional
Beacon Specialized Living
09.2007 - 01.2019
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with unique behavioral needs.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Manager
Beacon Specialized Living
09.2007 - 01.2019
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Conducted hiring interviews
- Trained Assistant Managers within the company
- Mentored and coached staff to improve performance and interactions with residents.
- Oversaw home inventory of supplies and groceries
- Helped individuals with moderate to severe developmental disabilities carry out daily living tasks
- Managed intake and discharged paperwork and procedures for residents
- Assist medical staff with required training such as DMA training
- Led required trainings, maintained inventory levels
Education
High School Diploma -
L.C Mohr High School
South Haven, MIPatient Care Technician And E.M.T
Van Buren Vocational School
Lawrence, MIPhlebotomy
Phlebotomy Training Specialists
Grand Rapids, MI01-2025
Associate of Science - Health And Human Services
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL07-2022
Nursing Assistant
Advanced Medical Training
Cassopolis, MI01-2021
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care assistance
- Epic Charting
- Patient safety practices
- Healthcare compliance
- Infection control standards
- Professional bedside manner
- Data collection
- HIPAA com
- Phlebotomy techniques
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Bronson South Haven Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Owner
CareAssist Home Care
09.2021 - Current
Direct Care Professional
A Day to Remember AFC
05.2019 - 04.2021
Corporate Trainer
Beacon Specialized Living
01.2018 - 01.2019
Direct Support Professional
Beacon Specialized Living
09.2007 - 01.2019
Manager
Beacon Specialized Living
09.2007 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
L.C Mohr High School
Patient Care Technician And E.M.T
Van Buren Vocational School
Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy Training Specialists
Associate of Science - Health And Human Services
Ultimate Medical Academy
Nursing Assistant
Advanced Medical Training
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