Amber Mercer
Lisbon,ND
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Sevita
Devils Lake, ND
02.2019 - 08.2024
- Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Assisted with medication administration following guidelines set by the physician or nurse practitioner.
- Organized recreational activities for clients such as music therapy, art therapy, pet therapy and outdoor activities.
- Facilitated community outings to promote socialization and independence in daily living skills.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client behavior, progress notes and incident reports.
- Supported clients during medical appointments to ensure understanding of instructions provided by healthcare professionals.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss current issues affecting the health or safety of clients or staff members.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
Stocker
Walmart
Wahpeton, ND
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Received and processed incoming shipments of merchandise.
- Stocked shelves with newly arrived products.
- Arranged merchandise in an attractive manner to promote sales.
- Inspected stock for damage or defects and reported issues to management.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about product location, price and availability.
- Ensured that all products were labeled properly before stocking the shelves.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Candeska Cikana Community College
Fort Totten, NDSkills
- Mobility Assistance
- ADL Assistance
- Care Plan Adherence
- Incident Reporting
- Patient Companionship
- HIPAA Compliance
- Behavioral Management
- Documentation
- Knowledge of state regulations
- Daily living assistance
- Medication Administration
- Heavy Lifting
- Behavior redirection
- Client Transportation
- First aid and CPR
- Meal Preparation
- Basic Housekeeping
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Sevita
02.2019 - 08.2024
Stocker
Walmart
01.2019 - 09.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Candeska Cikana Community College