Tommy L. Washington II
New York ,NY
Summary
Dedicated public sector professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational goal.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Lifespire
New York, NY
10.2013 - Current
- Managed day to day medical needs for 8 residents. Coordinated with medical providers to ensure accurate client care Controlled and administered daily medication in compliance with state regulations Planned and Coordinated weekly extracurricular activities for clients Ensured compliance with all state nutritional guidelines
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Organized and led recreational and exercise activities
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being
- Administered medication as directed by physician
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors
- Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing
Patient Escort COVID
New York Presbyterian Hospital
New York, NY
04.2020 - 07.2020
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs and stretchers.
- Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts.
- Collaborated with CNAs, nurses and physicians to maintain stability during transport and facilitate event-free transport.
- Comforted patients and families by offering support and encouragement.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks
Media Manager
WCBS-TV
New York, NY
07.2007 - 01.2009
- Managed and supervised all operations of unionized editing/microwave department Selected tape-less technology for the News Department Participated in daily story selection Provided training, supervision, and support for editors and microwave operators
- Conceptualized, pitched, assigned and monitored stories thru all aspects of Newsgathering
- Monitored breaking news for information on incidents, events and topics of interest to quickly assign coverage to staff.
- Planned for coverage of large events by assigning reporters and photographers.
Edit Coordinator
WJLA, ABC
11.2003 - 11.2006
- 7/News Channel 8, Managed and supervised day-to-day operations within but not limited to the editing department
- Provided training and leadership for assistant coordinators and interns as well as editorial supervision within the editing department
- Worked closely with producers to ensure accuracy between scripts and visual products
- Responsible for coordination of material between the station and CNN/NNS/ABC and affiliates
- Maintained a daily log of tasks completed by editors
- Participated in daily story selection
- Responsible for reorganizing and maintenance of station archives
- Edited product for the various newscasts.
Edit Coordinator WGCL
CBS
- Managed and supervised day-to-day tasks of Editing Department
- Coordinated and supported various aspects of newsgathering
- Coordinated Up/Downlink feeds with network and affiliates
- Reviewed scripts for accuracy and video content
- Served as liaison between editors and several channels within news department
- Responsible for maintaining the following: station archives, routine upkeep of editing/video equipment, and proper staffing/budgeting needs for the editing department
- Edited product for various newscasts.
Education
B.A. - Communications
North Carolina A&T State University
05.1998
Skills
- Building Customer Trust and Loyalty
- Effective Writing
- Records Management Systems
- Analytics Skills
- Office Operations
- Collaborative Environments
- Administering Interviews
- Calm and Professional Under Pressure
- AP Editing Knowledge
- Active Listening
- Problem Identification
- Deadline Attainment
Languages
German
Limited Working
Timeline
Patient Escort COVID
New York Presbyterian Hospital
04.2020 - 07.2020
Direct Support Professional
Lifespire
10.2013 - Current
Media Manager
WCBS-TV
07.2007 - 01.2009
Edit Coordinator
WJLA, ABC
11.2003 - 11.2006
Edit Coordinator WGCL
CBS
B.A. - Communications
North Carolina A&T State University
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