direct support professional resume example with 8+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
, , 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor(555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Summary
Detail-oriented Direct Care Worker supports daily living activities and provides transportation to enhance client well-being. Seasoned care expert experienced with developmentally disabled clients. Committed to promoting comfort with dignity and compassion.
Committed Direct Care Worker brings success in healthcare roles. Skilled at assisting with daily living activities and meal preparation. Focused on maintaining client safety and comfort through continuous monitoring and care.
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Skills
Knowledge of state regulations
Healthcare
Care plan management
Crisis Management
Community activities
Client documentation
Compassionate client care
Client safety and first aid
Nutrition
Health Services
Transportation
Behavior redirection
Meal preparation
Medication administration
Housekeeping
Experience
09/2020 to 07/2021Direct Support ProfessionalAmazon Dsp Driver | Bala Cynwyd, PA,
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Monitored client's well-being, safety and comfort under physician direction.
Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors and eating habits.
Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Documented client progress in charts and logbooks.
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Served meals and assisted immobile or disabled individuals with eating.
Assisted client with personal hygiene, including [Type], [Type] and [Type].
Partnered with interdisciplinary teams to implement care plans.
Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Prepared food and helped patients eat to support healthy nutrition.
Monitored health and well-being of clients, including significant health changes.
Changed bed linens, made bed and laundered soiled linens to keep patients' bed clean.
Checked mail, shopped for groceries and handled bill payments.
Assisted patients with bladder and bowel needs by helping to restroom, [Action] and [Action].
Traveled with [Job title] to take notes and dictation at meetings.
Eliminated errors by reconciling [Type] statements.
09/2017 to 06/2021CNA /Home Health Care AideBrightspring Health Services | Brea, CA,
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Delivered nursing assistance to residents in [Number]-bed [Type] care facility.
Delivered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.
Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.
Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Delivered high level of care to every patient.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Turned or re-positioned bedridden patients to promote blood flow and prevent bedsores.
Protected and promoted patient rights and assisted individuals to achieve maximum independence.
Monitored and observed patients' to accurately records changes in condition and reaction to medications and treatment.
Kept rooms clean, stocked and sanitized for proper infection control.
Completed daily patient charting on computer with [Software] and [Software].
Supervised [Number] patients with diminished capacity to monitor any safety hazards.
Assisted nurses with cleaning G-tube, J-tube and regular catheter insertion.
Supported work of paid and volunteer nursing staff by assisting with patient and administrative needs.
Managed medical stock and restocked inventory to ensure optimal availability for patients.
Played games with patients to boost mood, improve memory and provide light entertainment.
Assisted [Number] nurses with diverse functions, including IV management, catheters and telemetry.
Delivered expert nursing care to at-risk patients presenting with typical problems such as [Type] and [Type].
Handled [Number] physician appointment books by rearranging schedules and penciling in breaks, vacations and meetings.
Provided pre- and post-operative care to [Number] patients per week.
02/2012 to 02/2017CNACare One Nursing Home | City, STATE,
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Delivered nursing assistance to residents in [Number]-bed [Type] care facility.
Delivered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.
Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
Delivered high level of care to every patient.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
Assisted patients during ambulation and moved from one place to another by pushing wheelchairs.
Turned or re-positioned bedridden patients to promote blood flow and prevent bedsores.
Assisted patients gently and respectfully with daily living activities, including bathing, positioning, toileting and feeding and documented care per unit protocols.
Assisted over [Number] residents with daily needs, including personal hygiene, dressing and transferring from chairs to bed.
Provided compassionate care and clear communication in dealing with issues of death and dying.
Watched over patients to identify potential symptoms of medical conditions.
Monitored and observed patients' to accurately records changes in condition and reaction to medications and treatment.
Kept rooms clean, stocked and sanitized for proper infection control.
Performed basic treatments such as passive range of motion, simple dressing changes, skincare, thermal applications, non-sterile soaks, perineal care and glucose testing.
Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.
Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
Guaranteed accurate, timely flow of information by maintaining [Number] patient charts and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Assessed patients' physical and mental conditions by thoroughly assessing medical histories and communicated to patients to base trust.
Supervised [Number] patients with diminished capacity to monitor any safety hazards.
Supported work of paid and volunteer nursing staff by assisting with patient and administrative needs.
Managed medical stock and restocked inventory to ensure optimal availability for patients.
Delivered expert nursing care to at-risk patients presenting with typical problems such as [Type] and [Type].
Handled [Number] physician appointment books by rearranging schedules and penciling in breaks, vacations and meetings.
Provided pre- and post-operative care to [Number] patients per week.
Education and Training
Expected in 06/2012 to to GED | Woodfield High School , Online , NJGPA:
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