Compassionate care professional with expertise in daily living assistance and activity planning. Dedicated to ensuring client safety and comfort while promoting independence and dignity. Demonstrated success in collaborating with families and healthcare professionals to deliver optimal care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Personnel
Target Community & Educational Services Inc
Westminster, MD
11.2024 - Current
Supported clients with developmental disabilities in residential settings through personalized assistance.
Enhanced self-care and communication skills among clients through targeted development efforts.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for all clients.
Maintained client dignity and safety by implementing effective care strategies.
Conducted health monitoring including vital signs, nutrition, and medication administration.
Developed proactive behavior management techniques to mitigate challenging behaviors.
Organized community-focused recreational activities to foster social connections among clients.
Documented client progress meticulously and reported findings for continuous improvement.
CNA
Glorious Generation Home Health Care Agency LLC
3120 Dodder Way Odenton MD 21113
10.2024 - Current
Certified medical technician with two months' experience in physical therapy.
Assisted clients with mobility and personal supervision.
Transported clients to appointments, ensuring timely arrivals.
Monitored vital signs and documented changes for management review.
Promoted independence through self-care activities like dressing and medication management.
Developed behavior management strategies that reduced challenging incidents.
Coordinated care with physicians, nurses, and therapists for comprehensive support.
Organized recreational activities to enhance client socialization and well-being.
Direct Support Personnel
Center for Social Change
Elkridge, MD
09.2024 - Current
- Provide person-centered support to individuals with developmental disabilities in a group home setting.
- Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration.
- Support clients in achieving personal goals, increasing independence, and participating in community activities.
- Maintain accurate documentation of care, behavior, and progress in line with agency policies.
Nursing Assistant
Lisa Vogel Agency
10807 Falls Rd Suite 301, Timonium, MD 21093
12.2023 - 2024
Maximized patient satisfaction by assisting with personal tasks like dressing and walking.
Documented care actions in medical software to maintain accurate health records.
Promoted good hygiene through assistance with shaving, bathing, and oral care.
Engaged in housekeeping duties, ensuring cleanliness of patient rooms and linens.
Monitored vital signs and relayed critical information to optimize treatment plans.
Provided emotional support to boost patient engagement and morale during recovery.
Assisted with feeding and tracked nutritional intake to meet dietary objectives.
Took on extra shifts during busy periods to ensure adequate staffing coverage.
Caregiver
Resort Health services
Baltimore, MD
03.2020 - 03.2023
Coordinated care efforts with physicians, nurses, and therapists to optimize treatment plans.
Evaluated client progress regularly, documenting changes for continuous improvement.
Facilitated recreational activities that promoted socialization among clients.
Encouraged physical activity through tailored engagement strategies to boost health.
Assisted clients in completing daily tasks like grocery shopping and laundry services.
Monitored medical data, including insulin administration, to ensure proper health management.
Supported clients in developing life skills critical for independence.
Maintained detailed records of all administered treatments for effective oversight.
Scheduler/Supervisor
RESORT HEALTH SERVICES
baltimore, Maryland
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided support to staff members regarding their schedules or any changes that need to be made.
- Scheduled any necessary follow-up appointments, as directed by physicians.
- Communicated with field staff regarding any late or incomplete visits.
- Prepared documents such as memos, letters, emails or spreadsheets required for operational tasks.
- Reviewed requests from employees for vacation time off or schedule changes in a timely manner.
- Provided technical assistance regarding scheduling-related inquiries from customers or clients.
- Developed detailed plans for the scheduling of personnel in accordance with organizational objectives.
- Conducted regular audits of existing schedules to ensure accuracy.