Sequoyahs Morejon
Bronx,New York
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional adept at coordinating training, paperwork and specific community-based resources. Exceptional communication and planning abilities with an organized and thorough nature.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Phaxis Staffing
01.2023 - Current
- 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 with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Transporting clients to different beds and rooms
- Communicating effectively and respectfully with people that support clients as well as employers' family members and other service providers
- Taking clients to and from appointments
- Supporting providers at appointments for the client
COVID-19 Contact Tracing Investigator
United Health Group, Optum
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Communicated with documented COVID-19 patients and other exposed persons via phone call, text, e-mail and other platforms.
- Investigated and identified confirmed and suspected coronavirus cases, also documenting potentially affected contacts.
- Collected and recorded information in electronic medical records.
- Offered basic guidance regarding testing and medical consultation for those exposed to people with COVID-19.
- Contacted people exposed to individuals with COVID-19, assessed symptoms and referred for testing.
Direct Support Professional
NY Foundling
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Assisted patients adjusting to hospital procedures using highly structured settings.
- Minimized injuries to staff or patients through support or restraint to control patient movements.
- Consulted with different healthcare disciplines to offer important mental health support to patients.
Maitre D'
Carminesnyc
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Spoke clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations and responded well to questions.
- Created environment for guests to stimulate senses through personal services and amenities and followed up throughout meal to reinforce positive experience.
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
- Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
Education
Associate of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Bronx Community College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY05.2020
Skills
- Public outreach
- Schedule Coordination
- Assignment management
- Chronic illness understanding
- Report preparation
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Phaxis Staffing
01.2023 - Current
COVID-19 Contact Tracing Investigator
United Health Group, Optum
01.2022 - 03.2022
Direct Support Professional
NY Foundling
01.2021 - 01.2022
Maitre D'
Carminesnyc
08.2017 - 03.2020
Associate of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Bronx Community College of The City University of New York
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