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DIRECT SUPPORT PROVIDER
Summary
Devoted to helping patients living with mental illnesses adapt to hospital environments. Provide physical, mental and emotional support to meet individual patient needs. Compassionate and dedicated with observant nature and excellent time management abilities. Multi-talented Personal Care Aide with [Number] years supporting patients with tasks of daily living. Skilled at caring for patients' healthcare needs, grooming, [Task] and light housekeeping. Professional and clear communicator when instructing and assisting patients as well as when reporting information to supervisors.
Skills
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Experience
January 2021 to Current
Goodwill Of The Great PlainsStorm Lake , IADirect Support Provider
- Administered necessary medications as directed by care plan.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Documented current patient information to update supervising [Job title]s, including vital signs, behaviors and eating habits.
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
- Fostered independence in disabled individuals while closely monitoring safety at all times.
- Facilitated best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient.
September 2020 to January 2021
Gundersen Health SystemWest Union , IANurses Aide
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
- Comforted patients and provided each with reassurance and encouragement.
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
- Assisted over [Number] residents with daily needs, including personal hygiene, dressing and transferring from chairs to bed.
- Cultivated amiable relationships with over [Number] residents, resulting in strong overall patient happiness and emotional well-being.
- Provided compassionate care and clear communication in dealing with issues of death and dying.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Charted patient blood pressures, temperatures, blood sugar levels and vitals, using [Software].
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Used mobility devices and [Type] equipment to transport patients.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience.
June 2018 to July 2019
MerakeyKennett Square , PADirect Support Provider
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Administered necessary medications as directed by care plan.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Fostered independence in disabled individuals while closely monitoring safety at all times.
- Documented current patient information to update supervising [Job title]s, including vital signs, behaviors and eating habits.
- Documented client progress in charts and logbooks.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
- Administered medications, collected specimens or drew blood to assist with diagnostic and treatment protocols.
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet special client diets such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.
- Assisted patients with bladder and bowel needs by helping to restroom, [Action] and [Action].
- Changed bed linens, made bed and laundered soiled linens to keep patients' bed clean.
May 2002 to December 2003
Post Acute MedicalMiamisburg , OHCertified Nursing Assistant
- Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Used mobility devices and [Type] equipment to transport patients.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience.
- Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Delivered nursing assistance to residents in [Number]-bed [Type] care facility.
Education and Training
Madison Area Technical College
CityChild CareAssociate of Arts
CityChild CareAssociate of Arts
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School Attended
- Madison Area Technical College
Job Titles Held:
- Direct Support Provider
- Nurses Aide
- Certified Nursing Assistant
Degrees
- Child Care Associate of Arts
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