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DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Professional Summary

I'm not perfect im human and i do make mistakes. I love helping other's and i do have a kind heart. I'm a fast learner i like to try new thing's all you have to do is give me a chance.. I may not have all the degrees that you need but trust me when i say i do have the KNOWLEDGE..

Skills
  • Patient assessments
  • Community integration
  • First aid and safety
  • Care plan assessment
Work History
Direct Support Professional, 12/2009 to Current
Volunteers Of America – New Albany, IN
  • Assisted patients with adjusting to hospital procedures and helped each thrive in highly structured settings.
  • Promoted health and wellness in psychiatric patients by providing caring emotional support and encouragement.
  • Updated patient files with current information about vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to [Job title] treatment planning.
  • Enhanced successful patient outcomes by helping each participate in recreational activities alone or in groups.
  • Minimized injuries to staff or patients by offering important support or restraint to control patient movements.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress.
  • Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
  • Ensured safety and well-being of each patient in alignment with care plan.
  • Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.
  • Worked with [Type] patients to provide emotional support and closely monitor potentially dangerous changes to behavior.
  • Enhanced patient stays by creating and maintaining visual calendar of social, recreational and education activities.
  • Quickly identified problematic changes in patient behavior and progress by closely monitoring patients and keeping detailed records.
  • Adapted and adjusted patient medication dosages to optimize effectiveness and improve overall patient behavior.
  • Assisted staff members during emergency situations while maintaining professionalism and observational skills.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
  • Recorded vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Performed household tasks such as laundry, dusting, washing dishes and vacuuming.
  • Documented residents' behavior in terms of mental status, sleeping and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Assisted patients with personal requirements, including keeping spaces clean and helping with grooming.
  • Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and all doctor's appointments.
  • Provided multifaceted services to career professionals by running errands, managing mail, scheduling appointments and arranging transportation.
  • Kept household areas clean and well-stocked, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
  • Shopped for groceries regularly in order to keep house stocked with necessities.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications through [Action] and [Action].
  • Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
  • Ran errands for customers, including shopping, and picking up other necessities.
Cashier/Customer Service Cashier, 06/2005 to 12/2009
Burlington Coat Factory – Clarksville, IN
  • Reviewed and resolved differences between accounting information and cash drawer.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with [Number]% accuracy.
  • Processed POS transactions, including checks, cash and credit purchases or refunds.
  • Counted cash in register drawer at beginning and end of shift.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
  • Checked identification for proof-of-age and refusing alcohol and tobacco sales to underage customers.
  • Checked bills with counterfeit pens and examined coins to spot and refuse foreign currency.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
Cashier/Customer Service Cashier, 04/1999 to 05/2005
Meijer – Jeffersonville, IN

I attend to customers needs

  • Restocked, arranged and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales.
  • Reviewed and resolved differences between accounting information and cash drawer.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with [Number]% accuracy.
  • Processed POS transactions, including checks, cash and credit purchases or refunds.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
  • Counted cash in register drawer at beginning and end of shift.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
  • Checked identification for proof-of-age and refusing alcohol and tobacco sales to underage customers.
  • Checked prices for customers and processed items sold by scanning barcodes.
  • Answered questions about store policies and concerns to support positive customer experiences.
Education
High School Diploma: 05/2000
Jeffersonville High School - Jeffersonville, IN
FIRST AID/CPR

I have my cpr/first aid certification through my job which i still resign at now volunteers of america..

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Volunteers Of America
  • Burlington Coat Factory
  • Meijer

School Attended

  • Jeffersonville High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Direct Support Professional
  • Cashier/Customer Service Cashier

Degrees

  • High School Diploma : 05/2000

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