Amber Travis
Direct Support Professional
Catlettsburg,KY
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Crossroads Of Hope
Ashland , KY
02.2017 - Current
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Minimized injuries to staff or patients through support or restraint to control patient movements.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Ashland Community And Technical College
Ashland,Ky 08.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Lawrence County High School
Louisa, KY 05.2011 - 05.2011
Skills
First aid and safety
Care plan assessment
Meal planning and preparation
Direct Patient Care
Medication Administration
Interior decorating
Cooking meals
Medication Management
Light cleaning
Childcare experience
Medical chart documentation
Timeline
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Ashland Community And Technical College
08.2021 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Crossroads Of Hope
02.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Lawrence County High School
05.2011 - 05.2011