Nnaemeka Paddymore Dike
3081 Kenilworth Avenue
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with hands-on experience providing direct support to individuals with diverse needs, skilled in medication administration and health monitoring. Proven ability to foster emotional support and enhance client well-being through recreational activities. Committed to implementing care plans that promote independence and improve quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Pacesetter Healthcare Services
Pikesville MD
01.2024 - Current
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Documented patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Monitored the health and well-being of clients, and reported significant health changes.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Maintaining client environment cleanliness by cleaning surfaces, washing clothes, or washing dishes.
- Monitored the client's well-being, safety, and comfort under the physician's direction.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Enhanced patient well-being by supporting participation in recreational activities.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, and reported any changes or concerns to the supervisor.
Direct Support Professional
Home4me
Pikesville MD
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene, meal preparation, and mobility support to enhance daily living.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, promoting a positive and engaging environment.
- Monitored and documented clients' physical and mental health conditions, reporting any concerns to supervisors.
- Administered prescribed medications, and ensured proper adherence to treatment plans.
- Supported clients with transportation to medical appointments, therapy sessions, and community activities.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe living environment to prevent accidents and health hazards.
- Followed individualized care plans to support independence and enhance the quality of life for clients.
- Documented patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
Education
GED -
Peacesetter Healthcare Service. Llc
Pikesville MD01-2025
High School Diploma -
Comprehensive Secondary School
Akabo, Nigeria06-2000
Skills
- Medication administration
- Health monitoring
- Care plan implementation
- Client documentation
- Recreational activity support
- Community engagement
- Assisting with therapy exercises
- Documentation and reporting
- First Aid and CPR certified
- Emotional support and companionship
Certification
- First Aid & CPR Certification | Heartsaver | November 2023
- Medication Technician Training| MBNC|November 2023
- Diploma in Caregiving - Revised 2018| Alison Online Portal | March 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Pacesetter Healthcare Services
01.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Home4me
08.2023 - 12.2023
GED -
Peacesetter Healthcare Service. Llc
High School Diploma -
Comprehensive Secondary School
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