ABIGAIL MERRIFIELD
Prairieville,LA
Summary
Compassionate employee with experience providing support to individuals undergoing treatment for various behavioral, cognitive, and physical conditions. Fosters supportive relationships and provides great service by leveraging strong communication and interpersonal skills. Successfully assists with personal intervention plans and organizes activities to help patients achieve goals. Offering skills and 2 years of caregiving excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Swim Instructor
Tadpole Academy
04.2020 - 08.2024
- Enhanced swimmer abilities by developing and implementing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual needs.
- Developed strong rapport with students, resulting in increased engagement and enthusiasm during lessons.
- Ensured the safety of all participants by maintaining vigilance during lessons and enforcing pool rules and regulations.
- Increased student confidence and performance through consistent encouragement and constructive feedback.
Therapy Technician
Pediatric Therapy Solutions
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided compassionate support and oversight to patients in aftercare program, addressing their behavioral and emotional needs while integrating strategies from their therapists.
- Communicated with therapists to learn their optimal approach to disciplining and instructing each patient.
- Performed routine clinic maintenance and conducted inventory checks monthly.
- Assisted with patient transitions and evaluations.
Nursery Assistant
New Song Church
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for young children, ensuring their physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
Rehab Therapy Technician
Triton Therapy at St. James Place
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Ensured a safe therapeutic environment by regularly inspecting equipment and maintaining cleanliness standards.
- Prepared necessary materials for each session, allowing therapists to focus on direct patient care without interruptions or delays.
- Assisted occupational and physical therapists with patient exercises.
- Transported patients to and from treatment areas using wheelchairs and assistive devices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA05.2024
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Creative Thinking
- Curriculum Implementation
- Patient Communication
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Safety Consciousness
Certification
- Water Safety Instructor, Red Cross - April 2020-Current
- CPR Certified, Red Cross - May 2022-Current
Timeline
Nursery Assistant
New Song Church
09.2023 - 12.2023
Therapy Technician
Pediatric Therapy Solutions
08.2023 - 05.2024
Rehab Therapy Technician
Triton Therapy at St. James Place
01.2022 - 01.2023
Lead Swim Instructor
Tadpole Academy
04.2020 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Louisiana State University
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