Hi, I’m
ToShana Nason
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
I am a diligent Direct Support Worker with a solid background in providing compassionate support to individuals while managing daily activities and ensuring clients' well-being through their personalized care plans. I am highly attentive, and passionate about offering the best support for emotional, physical and mental needs for those who may not have the full ability to advocate for themselves. Also caring, vigilant and devoted to individuals who rely on DSP's to excel in life.
Work History
Integrity Living Options
Direct Support Professional
Job overview
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
Opportunity Partners
Support Coach
Job overview
- Developed and implemented successful ways of completion for each individual to get their assigned duty completed
- Recorded work time for each individual for all hours worked
- Train, coach, and assist 10-22 individuals on various assembly jobs
- Organize, stage and operate production line
- Assist individuals to enhance their work and social skills
- Inspect quality of all products and accurately document production counts
Accra Care
PCA
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
Education
Everest CollegeEagan, MN
No Degree from Medical Assistance
07.2011
University Overview
- Professional Development: Medical Assistant Administration
Minnesota School of CosmetologyWoodbury, MN
Cosmetology License from Cosmetology
05.2010
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Mystic Lake Gameshow Cosmetologist
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client Support
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Medication Administration
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety requirements
- Direct Patient Care
- Disability Awareness
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Household Cleaning
Work Preference
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Integrity Living Options
Support Coach
Opportunity Partners
PCA
Accra Care
Everest College
No Degree from Medical Assistance
Minnesota School of Cosmetology
Cosmetology License from Cosmetology
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