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DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Summary

Reliable [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience offering exceptional care in home environments. Passionate about supporting ideal patient progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors, and teaching habits for maintaining health and wellbeing. Focused dedication to patient safety, wellness and happiness.

Skills
  • Client documentation
  • Healthcare
  • Client safety and first aid
  • Knowledge of state regulations
  • Nutrition
  • Quality program protocols
  • Care plan management
  • Community activities
  • Transportation
Experience
Company Name | City, StateDirect Support Professional01/2015 - Current
  • Administered necessary medications as directed by care plan.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
  • Transported clients to doctor's appointments and other related errands.
  • Helped patients adjust to hospital routines and thrive in structured environments.
  • Administered medications, collected specimens or drew blood to assist with diagnostic and treatment protocols.
  • Prevented patient injuries by providing necessary restraints and appropriate supports.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
  • Facilitated best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient.
  • Monitored client's well-being, safety and comfort under direction of physician.
  • Documented current patient information to update supervising [Job title]s, including vital signs, behaviors and eating habits.
  • Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
Company Name | City, StateHospice AideJan2008 - 01/2015
  • Emotionally supported grieving families by offering listening ear, compassion and kindness.
  • Assisted terminally ill patients with personal care, including bathing, grooming and dressing.
  • Moved patients carefully into different positions to promote better body alignment and ensure comfort.
  • Helped patients maintain dignity during difficult times.
  • Measured vital signs, recorded all data gathered and provided treatment assistance to nurses.
  • Assisted over [Number] residents with daily needs, including personal hygiene, dressing and transferring from chairs to bed.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • Attended to patients in [Number]-bed unit, continuously checking on needs and maintaining high standards of patient care.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Assisted in changing from [Software] to [Software] for medical recordkeeping, keeping detailed records before, during and after switch.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Company Name | City, StateWaitress01/2002 - 01/2006
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Educated guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items.
  • Minimized customer wait times by efficiently taking and filling large volume of orders each day.
  • Confirmed customers' ages for alcohol service and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
  • Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
  • Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff frequently to stay up-to-date on supply availability and potential customer wait times.
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Increased sales of high margin menu items through effective upselling.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
  • Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to beautify table.
  • Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts to boost performance of serving staff.
  • Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts to customers.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
Education and Training
IVCC | CityCannabis Dispensary Care Specialist02/2021
IVCC | CityAssociate of Arts in CNA12/2003
IVCC | CityAssociate of Arts in CNA/Spanish08/2009
LaSalle-Peru Township High School | CityHigh School Diploma06/1981
Additional Information

{ Love to Garden,} Volunteer: Meals on Wheels, IVCH Hospice, Peoria Il. Salvation Army

Volunteer

I find organizations that i feel passionate about and volunteer my time and i also support financially.

Certifications
  • Personal Care Aide (PCA)
  • Direct Care Aide (DCA)
  • CPR , { Horizon House/IVCH} - {2019}
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • IVCC
  • LaSalle-Peru Township High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Direct Support Professional
  • Hospice Aide
  • Waitress

Degrees

  • Cannabis Dispensary Care Specialist
    Associate of Arts in CNA
    Associate of Arts in CNA/Spanish
    High School Diploma

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