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Sonia Howell

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Level-headed professional with extensive experience helping patients and clients with self-care and day-to-day tasks. Kind and punctual individual assists with nursing treatments, supports diagnostic procedures and provides companionship. Passionate about improving well-being of others and providing compassionate treatment to patient community.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Human First, INC
03.2015 - Current
  • Administered medication as directed by physician
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming
  • Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
  • Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.

Direct Support Professional

Constructive Partnership Of New York
09.2008 - Current
  • Administered medication as directed by physician
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
  • Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments
  • Documented residents' behavior in terms of mental status, sleeping and eating patterns in medical record books
  • Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and all doctor's appointments
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.

Education

Registered Medical Assistant -

Mandl College Of Allied Health
New York, NY
2004

GED -

University Of The State Of New York
New York, NY
2001

Home Health Aide Certificate -

Allen Health Care
Queens, NY
1999

Skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Access, Excel,
  • CPR, Scip-R and AMAP
  • Progress Documentation
  • Behavioral Management
  • ADL Support
  • Patient Management
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Transportation
  • Case Management
  • Patient Assessments
  • Medical Records Management
  • Health and Safety Requirements
  • Clinical Quality Program Standards
  • Client Support
  • EMR / EHR

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Human First, INC
03.2015 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Constructive Partnership Of New York
09.2008 - Current

Registered Medical Assistant -

Mandl College Of Allied Health

GED -

University Of The State Of New York

Home Health Aide Certificate -

Allen Health Care

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