Amber Saale
Topanga,KS
Summary
Caring and competent Childcare Provider experienced in keeping kids safe while nurturing development with age-appropriate activities. Strong verbal and written communication skills, organized nature and proactive approach to solving problems and managing conflict.
Provide a Sunday school lesson every Sunday
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Provider
First Baptist Church Of Topeka
09.2023 - Current
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Improved language development through engaging storytelling sessions and age-appropriate book readings.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and selfexpression.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.
- Collaborated with fellow childcare providers for continuous improvements in curriculum planning and service quality.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
Food Server
Usd 437
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly food service.
- Streamlined order-taking process for faster service and increased table turnover rate.
- Maintained clean and organized dining area, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for guests.
- Mastered menu knowledge to provide accurate information and helpful suggestions to guests.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of meals, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Assisted in training new servers, sharing best practices for excellent customer service.
CNA
Pershing Memorial Hospital
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Contributed to successful discharge planning through coordination with social services and rehabilitation facilities as needed.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
CNA
Mclarny Manor
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Contributed to successful discharge planning through coordination with social services and rehabilitation facilities as needed.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Assistant Manager
Waffle House Restaurant
04.2001 - 01.2012
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Streamlined store operations for increased efficiency, implementing new processes and procedures.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
- Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
- Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
- Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
- Monitored sales trends to adjust pricing strategies accordingly for optimal profitability.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
- Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
- Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various projectstasks.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations by conducting regular inspections of equipment/operations within the store.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stone Coast Acadamey
08.2021
CNA - Health Care
Trinity Career Institute
Kansas05.2014
Skills
- Childcare
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Child Supervision
- Lesson Plan Development
- Infection Control
- Activity Planning
- Meal Preparation
- Care Management
- Group Leadership
- Safety Understanding
- Early Childhood Education
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Child Development
- Healthy Environments
Affiliations
- director for the Kansas chapter of Fentanyl Fathers
- Secured the first save a life station in Kansas
Certification
Completed a drug trends class.
I can provide Naloxone training
Timeline
Childcare Provider
First Baptist Church Of Topeka
09.2023 - Current
Food Server
Usd 437
09.2022 - 12.2022
CNA
Pershing Memorial Hospital
03.2020 - 03.2021
CNA
Mclarny Manor
01.2019 - 03.2020
Assistant Manager
Waffle House Restaurant
04.2001 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Stone Coast Acadamey
CNA - Health Care
Trinity Career Institute