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Decordia Downes

Upper Marlboro

Summary

Dedicated Lead Caregiver with expertise in compassionate communication and dementia care. Committed to delivering individualized care plans and ensuring high standards of patient safety.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Caregiver

Riderwwood
3120 Gracefield Road
08.2019 - Current
  • Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals to meet resident needs.
  • Supervised daily caregiving operations, ensuring high standards of patient care and safety compliance.
  • Trained and mentored new caregivers, enhancing team performance and service quality.
  • Implemented best practices for medication administration, improving accuracy and reducing errors.

Caregiver

Thomascena Torrence
06.2013 - 12.2017
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
  • Provided personalized care to clients, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
  • Assisted with medication management, adhering to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
  • Trained new caregivers on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.

Caregiver

Lim Healthcare Consultants
05.2012 - 04.2013
  • Implemented strategies to improve client mobility and independence in daily living tasks.
  • Monitored client progress, documenting changes and communicating effectively with families and medical staff.
  • Fostered strong relationships with clients, enhancing their emotional well-being through companionship and support.
  • Led team meetings to discuss care strategies, addressing challenges, and sharing successful approaches among staff members.

Education

High School Diploma -

Giange Hill
Jamaica
06-1987

CNA -

Aspirire Services
Laurel, MD
06-2020

Skills

  • Assisted living
  • Senior care expertise
  • Emotional support
  • Patient mobility support
  • Meal preparation
  • Medication management
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Compassionate communication

Timeline

Lead Caregiver

Riderwwood
08.2019 - Current

Caregiver

Thomascena Torrence
06.2013 - 12.2017

Caregiver

Lim Healthcare Consultants
05.2012 - 04.2013

CNA -

Aspirire Services

High School Diploma -

Giange Hill
Decordia Downes