Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Scheduling / Care Partner Manager
Homewatch Caregivers
09.2019 - Current
Administrative oversight and management of the scheduling team and of caregivers
Supports the hiring and retention process of the scheduling coordinators
Supports caregivers, client, and team relations
Maintains documentation for all discussions related to performance including, recognition, support/coaching, and counseling throughout the course of employment
Direct care supervision to monitor caregiver's skills competency
Supports quality improvement initiatives for continuous quality improvement
Compliance with all state and federal regulations
Provide quality assurance visits with care partners and clients
Maintains First Aid/CPR TB test and fingerprint card
Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, upholding ethical standards in all aspects of care provision.
Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a positive environment during difficult times.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, enabling effective communication among healthcare professionals.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Communicated effectively with diverse populations by employing active listening skills and adapting language as needed for clarity and understanding.
Coordinated transportation arrangements for patients attending off-site appointments or transitioning back into the community postdischarge.
Engaged with patients to provide critical information.
Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
Responded to inquiries by directing calls to appropriate personnel.
Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Manager of Group Home
Homes for Independent Living
01.2002 - 03.2018
Trained new caregivers with specific home
Oversaw budget
Managed schedule within all homes when on-call
Provided direct care
Maintained first aid/CPR, and TB test.
Ensured proper medication administration for all residents through close coordination with healthcare providers and careful record-keeping practices.
Maintained adequate coverage for residents' needs without exceeding budget targets by coordinating schedules and team workflows.
Kept accounts, resident files and regulatory paperwork current and accurate with diligent attention to administrative requirements.
Assisted staff with maintaining residents' health by scheduling medical appointments and arranging transportation.
Oversaw home inventory of supplies and groceries by tracking use and placing new orders.
Maintained compliance with state regulations, completing detailed documentation for licensing requirements and audits.
Monitored direct care activities for optimal patient protections and infection control standards.
Helped individuals with moderate to severe developmental disabilities carry out daily living tasks by coordinating expert support.
Enhanced residents'' quality of life by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
Senior Director of Operations and Business Administration at Homewatch CareGivers NorthshoreSenior Director of Operations and Business Administration at Homewatch CareGivers Northshore