Direct Support Patient Care

MEREDITH Gantt

Staten Island, NY ***** 347-***-**** *********@*****.***

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PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

Attentive Direct Support Professional passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational and conflict management skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

SKILLS

First aid and safety Behavior redirection

Client Support Compassionate Caregiving

Medication Administration Client documentation

Direct Patient Care ADL support

Progress Documentation Records Maintenance

First Aid Certification CPR/AED

WORK HISTORY

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL 02/2013 to CURRENT

On Your Mark Inc Staten Island, NY

● Administered medication as directed by the physician.

● Maintained a clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.

● Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.

● Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

CASE MANAGER 10/2010 to 12/2012

Catholic Charities Of New York Staten Island, NY

● Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.

● Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.

● Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.

● Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.

● Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.

● Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.

● Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Human Service Human Services W/Gerontology EXPECTED IN 02/2025

Southern New Hampshire University, Hooksett, NH

AFFILIATIONS

● National Society OF collegiate Scholars

CERTIFICATIONS

● Medical Assistant Training- 2005-present

● Phlebotomy Training - 2005-present

● Medical recordkeeping, billing and coding -2005-Present

● EKG Technician- 2005-Present

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