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Shadasia G.

Shadasia G.

Covid-19 Vaccinated

$17.00 / hr

Richmond, VA

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About Shadasia

I have several years of experience working in the direct care field. I have achieved CNA certification.I am an amazing team player and I work well with little to no supervision when necessary.I can work with attributes I know are important to your family. I'm just an individual who loves to care for others. It's food for the soul.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

  • Bathing
  • Dressing & Grooming
  • Toileting
  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Prep
  • Groceries & Shopping
  • Transferring & Mobility
  • Exercise
  • Transportation
  • Housekeeping
  • Companionship

Job Interests

  • Full Time

Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.

Skills & Expertise

  • ALS
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • COPD
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Home Health Care
  • Hospice Care
  • Stroke
  • Tracheotomy / Ventilation
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Behavioral Health Technician

Feb 2022 - Present
Bon Secours Community Hospital
Anticipated and prevented problematic behaviors through regular observations and used skills to de-escalate growing conflicts. Managed crisis situations effectively with effective use of therapeutic communication skills centered on calm approaches and avoidance of power struggles. Helped control patients' behaviors and minimize negative effects by working closely with nurses and clinicians. Coordinated direct assessments, vitals monitoring and recordkeeping as part of care management. Delivered caring and successful therapy to patients with proper safety and security measures for staff and individuals under care. Entered, transcribed, recorded, stored and maintained patient information in written or electronic forms. Supervised handling of patients' belongings, including documenting and collecting items at admission, managing storage and returning each at discharge. Monitored patient conditions with walking rounds. Intervened in crisis situations, employing communication, de-escalation and patient care strategies to resolve concerns.
Feb 2022 - Present

Psychiatric Technician

Dec 2019 - Feb 2022
Central State Hospital
Managed individual services in psychosocial treatment, disturbed behavior management, and direct care. Helped manage treatment for psychiatric patients by monitoring behaviors, medication compliance, and vital signs. Empowered patients and improved coping by facilitating psycho-educational groups.
Dec 2019 - Feb 2022

ECPI University

Jan 2021 - Jan 2022
Richmond, VA
Jan 2021 - Jan 2022

Direct Support Professional

Jan 2019 - Dec 2020
Heart Havens Inc
Trained family members to provide bedside care. Took vital signs including, pulse, and blood pressure. Transferred patients between beds, wheelchairs, and other locations. Documented care actions, vitals, and orders in [Software]. Kept rooms clean and ready to meet individual needs. Improved patient quality of life by assisting with activities of daily living (ADL). Maintained safety standards with proper handling and disposal of biomedical waste. Resolved patient issues by quickly responding to calls and emergency issues. Minimized infection risk to staff and patients, cleaning and sanitizing rooms, equipment and tools. Helped patients with limited mental and physical capacity handle daily living tasks such as feeding and grooming.
Jan 2019 - Dec 2020

Lead Direct Support Professional

Sep 2018 - Mar 2020
Group Home
Helped clients to gain independence and quality of life through company services. Wrote reports detailing support and service provided throughout each shift. Supported client social and learning needs and environment as directed. Provided active treatment services as outlined in personal care plans. Provided encouragement, coaching, and emotional support to help clients achieve established goals. Coordinated recreational activities and medical appointments for assigned clients. Assisted with client transportation, bathing, and meal preparation. Guided clients in administering proper dose and timing of medications. Observed all regulations for client safety and wellness, including OSHA requirements.
Sep 2018 - Mar 2020

Varina High School

Jan 2013 - Jan 2015
Richmond, VA
Jan 2013 - Jan 2015
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