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Sarah Paul

South Shaftsbury,VT

Summary

As a Direct Support Professional Level 2 ( supervisor) I have a wide variety of experiences. I can effectively manage staff and manage schedule changes. I am dependable. I am professional. I have excellent organization skills. I can manage client daily activities, appointments and medication needs. I am well-versed in client care.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

United Counseling Service
Bennington, VT
04.2022 - Current
  • Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
  • Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
  • Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
  • Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
  • Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
  • Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
  • Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
  • Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
  • Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
  • Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
  • Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
  • Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
  • Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
  • Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
  • Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
  • Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
  • Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
  • Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
  • Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
  • Assisted individuals in development of social skills to become integrated in community.
  • Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
  • Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
  • Monitored client's well-being, safety and comfort under physician direction.
  • Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
  • Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
  • Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
  • Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
  • Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
  • Provided guidance to direct support professionals in the performance of their job duties.
  • Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
  • Coordinated work activities and scheduling of medical, nursing and physical plant staff.
  • Created and maintained a positive work environment through effective communication with staff, residents, families, and other stakeholders.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures for direct support staff.
  • Ensured that all required documentation was completed accurately and timely by direct support personnel.
  • Conducted regular training sessions on safety protocols for direct support personnel.
  • Maintained accurate records of client services provided including incident reports, medication logs, treatment plans.
  • Facilitated group activities designed to promote socialization among residents and clients.
  • Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed to address challenging behaviors exhibited by residents and clients.
  • Maintained awareness of government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
  • Worked closely with medical staff to coordinate services for residents and clients as needed.
  • Scheduled shift assignments for direct support professionals according to staffing needs.
  • Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
  • Monitored daily activities of direct support staff to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.

Activities Assistant

Bennington Project Independence, Adult Day Service
Bennington, VT
08.2021 - 04.2022
  • Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
  • Evaluated recreation areas, facilities and services for results.
  • Assisted with transportation arrangements for offsite activities when required.
  • Facilitated group activities such as bingo, arts and crafts, cooking classes.
  • Adapted equipment as needed for safe participation by individuals with disabilities or physical limitations.
  • Monitored safety and cleanliness during activities.
  • Kept activities spaces organized, clean and tidy.
  • Respected cultural diversity when interacting with individuals from different backgrounds.
  • Attended training sessions related to therapeutic recreation services.
  • Organized and implemented activities to meet the individual needs of each resident.
  • Assessed needs and interests of individuals and groups and planned activities accordingly.
  • Helped residents participate in activities with basic and advanced mobility support.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Licensed Nursing Assistant

Centers For Living And Rehabilitation
Bennington, VT
09.2013 - 02.2018
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Assisted with transferring patients from bed to wheelchair or gurney as necessary.
  • Kept accurate records of patient's progress notes, treatments given and other pertinent information.
  • Assisted with providing physical therapy exercises prescribed by a licensed therapist.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
  • Assisted in the admission and discharge process of patients.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Communicated effectively with other members of the healthcare team regarding patient needs and concerns.
  • Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating plans to succeeding shifts.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by following infection control policies and procedures.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Practiced universal safety precautions at all times while on duty.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Responded to emergency situations quickly and efficiently.
  • Ensured that all equipment used was properly maintained and functioning correctly.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients as needed.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Provided direct patient care, including bathing, feeding and dressing.
  • Performed vital signs monitoring, such as temperature, pulse rate and respiration.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Encouraged patient participation in activities designed for their individual needs.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Managed household errands and other essential duties.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Updated and maintained databases with current information.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mount Anthony Union High School
Bennington, VT
06-2013

Skills

  • I can assist with scheduling staff and training staff
  • I helped to come up with client goals, and ensured that the goals were met
  • I made sure that documentation was done in a timely manner
  • I communicated with the care team regarding client care Communicated with nursing
  • I printed out monthly paper medication administration records, treatment sheets, and client goal sheets
  • I communicated with doctors regarding client care, and supported clients to appointments
  • I arrive at work on time every day I complete all of my required trainings on time

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

United Counseling Service
04.2022 - Current

Activities Assistant

Bennington Project Independence, Adult Day Service
08.2021 - 04.2022

Licensed Nursing Assistant

Centers For Living And Rehabilitation
09.2013 - 02.2018

High School Diploma -

Mount Anthony Union High School

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