Sandra Wright
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
Care Pavilion Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Assisted clients in navigating the legal system, attending court hearings as needed and providing support throughout the process.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Increased client engagement in treatment plans by building trusting relationships through empathetic listening and consistent support.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saint Francis Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
01.2017 - 11.2021
- 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.
- 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.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Care Pavilion Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
09.2007 - 01.2016
- 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.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Education
Master of Science - Human Services
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12.2013
BBA - Business Administration
Strayer University
Washington, DC09.2010
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Strayer University
Washington, DC03.2010
Skills
- Client documentation
- Client Confidentiality
- Client Needs Assessment
- Behavioral Management
- Resource Navigation
- Discharge Planning
- Shelter arrangements
- Psychosocial assessment
Timeline
Social Worker
Care Pavilion Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
05.2023 - 06.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saint Francis Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
01.2017 - 11.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Care Pavilion Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
09.2007 - 01.2016
Master of Science - Human Services
Capella University
BBA - Business Administration
Strayer University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Strayer University
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