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DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Professional Summary

Compassionate Healthcare professional with 5 years of experience providing comprehensive support and care. Committed to increasing treatment knowledge through hands-on learning for professional development. Proven ability to solve complex problems and stay calm in emergency situations. Skilled at maintaining relationships with patients to provide quality care.

Skills
  • First Aid and Safety
  • Behavioral Management
  • Treatment Planning
  • Staff Management
  • Developmental Disabilities
  • Scheduling
  • Behavioral management
  • Patient care
  • First aid and safety
  • Charting and clinical documentation
  • Indirect patient care
  • Progress documentation
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • State regulations knowledge
  • Infection control and aseptic procedures
  • Meal planning and preparation
Work History
Aug 2019 - CurrentDirect Support ProfessionalJohnson's Riverside SLS - Thief River Falls, MN
  • Updated patient files with current information about vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to DSP treatment planning.
  • Enhanced successful patient outcomes by helping each participate in recreational activities alone or in groups.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
  • Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Quickly identified problematic changes in patient behavior and progress by closely monitoring patients and keeping detailed records.
Apr 2019 - Jul 2020CaregiverMinnesota Greenleaf Assisted Senior Living - Thief River Falls, MN
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Assisted patients with personal requirements, including keeping spaces clean and helping with grooming.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs, including bathing and personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Kept close eye on client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Recorded vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Sep 2018 - Mar 2019Cleaner Thief River Falls Public Schools- ISD 564 - Thief River Falls, MN
  • Mixed, used and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
  • Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
  • Safely cleaned industrial job sites using maximum strengthcleaning solutions and equipment.
  • Sanitized toilets, sinks, showers, kitchen surfaces and other high-traffic home fixtures.
  • Handled equipment, chemicals and materials properly and with caution.
Sep 2017 - Mar 2018Caregiver Thief River Care Center - Thief River Falls, MN
  • Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles.
  • Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and all doctor's appointments.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
  • Assisted patients with personal requirements, including keeping spaces clean and helping with grooming.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Kept close eye on client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs, including bathing and personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Assisted residents with daily hygiene, including dental and mouth care, bath functions and hair care.
  • Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
  • Maintained frequent supervision of residents unable to call for assistance.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated.
Education
May 2014High School DiplomaLincoln Senior High School | Thief River Falls, MN
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Johnson's Riverside SLS
  • Minnesota Greenleaf Assisted Senior Living
  • Thief River Falls Public Schools- ISD 564
  • Thief River Care Center

School Attended

  • Lincoln Senior High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Direct Support Professional
  • Caregiver
  • Cleaner

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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