Lori Roccapriore
Plantsville,CT
Summary
Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. To provide guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreation Coordinator
Worthington Manor Retirement Center
10.2021 - Current
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Created and delivered recreational programs for small and large groups of residents.
- Researched, planned and organized mentally stimulating activities for individuals.
- Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
- Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
- Maintained inventory of supplies and equipment with established sign-out procedures.
- Conducted residents council meetings monthly
Care Coordinator/Shift Supervisor
Marbridge Retirement Center
03.2021 - Current
- Responsible for all care needs for 40+ residents
- Supervise 3 PCA's per shift, providing shift assignments, as well as assistance with care responsibilities, meal administration, and facilities upkeep coordination, in addition to duties shown below under CNA/PCA position. Responsible for administering all medications per medical advice, as well as PRN.
- Responsible for completing detailed shift reports for review by next shift coordinator.
- Check routine inspections throughout the center to make quality compliance with the state and public health for all residents before next shift.
- Tasked with making and coordinating additional medical intervention as needed (hospitalization etc.)
- Prepare daily census for corporate office.
CNA/PCA
Marbridge Retirement Center
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities for health record.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks (both hospice and non-hospice residents)
- New staff training
- Administrative duties
- COVID testing and documentation.
- Helped enrich the lives of the lives of residents through compassionate care and recreational
- Promoted to Care Coordinator/Shift leader March/2021
Director
My Little Rascals/My Little Rascals Too Daycare
12.2015 - 02.2021
- Supervise 42 Child Care Professionals in include Scheduling, Disciplines and Evaluations.
- Audit timesheets, process payroll, and deliver bank deposits.
- Manager Finances, billing and documentation.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Conducted trainings and mentored staff, consistently improving performance.
- Identified signs of potential emotional or developmental concerns in children and brought to parent or guardian attention.
- Communicated with local and state government agencies to maintain compliance with all regulations.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Brought center into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations for fire and disaster preparedness, Department of State and Public Health.
- Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
Education
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Gaylord Academy
Wallingford, CT05.2023
High School Diploma -
Southington High School
Southington, CT. - Administrative And Supervision For Early Childhood
Goodwin College
East Hartford, CT2018
Skills
- Resident Engagement
- Safety Protocols
- Patient Evaluation
- Therapy Planning
- Group Activity Leading
- Staff Management
Timeline
Recreation Coordinator
Worthington Manor Retirement Center
10.2021 - Current
Care Coordinator/Shift Supervisor
Marbridge Retirement Center
03.2021 - Current
CNA/PCA
Marbridge Retirement Center
02.2021 - 03.2021
Director
My Little Rascals/My Little Rascals Too Daycare
12.2015 - 02.2021
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Gaylord Academy
High School Diploma -
Southington High School
. - Administrative And Supervision For Early Childhood
Goodwin College
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