ERICA PLAETZ
Redwood Falls,MN
Summary
Reliable childcare professional and business owner with a background in providing nurturing and safe environments for children. Successfully managed daily activities, fostering social and educational development in line with parental expectations. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills to adapt to children's evolving needs and ensure their well-being.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Provider
Self Employed
08.2014 - Current
- Lead songs and games, arts and crafts, and challenged children to work hard to succeed
- Assist older children in elementary-school homework, including reading, writing, and mathematics
- Orient children on the importance of daily exercise and eating healthy meals
- Accompany children to special events and outings, including trips to the park
- Transformed my home into a state-licensed daycare, and successfully grew client base mostly through referrals by satisfied parents, as well as trained all daycare staff
- Created activities to engage and interest children of various ages
- Care for seven children on a daily basis and manage child check-ins and check-outs
- Prepare healthy meals and snacks, following the food program guidelines
- Help prepare preschool-aged children for kindergarten by introducing basic concepts such as the alphabet, numbers, colors, and shapes
- Build a positive and productive relationship with each child to support continued growth and development
- Clean and sterilize toys, equipment, and play areas every day to protect children from infection risks
- Introduce babies and toddlers to basic educational concepts by reading and playing with them
- Observe children to determine signs of developmental or emotional issues and advise parents
- Supervise children at play and monitor activities for safety
- Balance daily schedule to provide for sufficient activity, rest, and playtime
- Accompany children on outings to entertainment venues and educational opportunities
- Plan activities based on the ages and skill levels of children to advance knowledge of core subjects
- Assist children in maintaining proper hygiene
- Organize activities that encouraged exploration and inquisitiveness
- Engage children with fun crafts such as painting and drawing to expand creative abilities
- Contributed to maintaining accurate records of attendance, immunizations, allergies, special needs information for each child under care.
- Participated in mandatory professional development activities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
- Documented children's growth and development.
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
Medical Records Nurse
Golden Living Nursing Home
04.2013 - 12.2014
- Filed records to keep the system efficient and information organized
- Prevented facility and nursing service delays by effectively using slow periods to get ahead of routine tasks such as restocking supplies
- Carried out high-quality medical record-keeping work with little oversight
- Maintained and updated files and records to support efficient nursing operations
- Collaborated well with team members to carry out daily assignments and achieve team targets
- Updated records with current patient files and information for effective business recordkeeping
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Processed medical records requests, assuring release only to appropriate parties proper authorization.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Improved clinic efficiency by maintaining organized medical records and updating patient information promptly.
- Maintained accurate medical records, contributing to improved continuity of care between providers.
- Updated medical records in EMR system and double-checked data for accuracy.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently managing medical records and maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
- Maintained accurate and complete medical records to comply with regulations and standards.
- Enhanced patient data accuracy by meticulously reviewing and verifying medical records.
- Increased accuracy in medical records by diligently updating patient information and treatment plans.
- Compiled and maintained patient medical records to keep information complete and up-to-date.
- Organized, planned, and directed medical records movements per established policies.
Home care LPN
Bayada Pediatrics
06.2010 - 08.2014
- Maintained and updated files and records to support efficient operations
- Ordered, organized, and rotated supplies
- Administered medications to patients and monitored patient vital signs
- Prepared patients for physician examinations and treatments, answered questions and offered emotional support
- Maintained accurate, detailed reports and records
- Completed detailed patient intakes, including documenting patient histories and current vitals
- Immunized patients against common infections such as influenza and RSV with routine vaccinations
- Maintained accurate and detailed records for patient treatments and status updates, as well as unit activities
- Monitored all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity
- Educated patients, family members, and caregivers on conditions and treatment protocols to aid in compliance and improve outcomes
- Consulted with healthcare team to plan and implement patient treatment protocols
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans
- Transported patients to and from doctor's appointments, errands, and other activities
- Ensured patients' homes were safe, clean, and in optimal condition for mobility
- Provided patients with emotional and social support
- Taught family how to perform housekeeping duties and cope with additional stresses associated with an ill family member
- Followed all care plans and strictly adhered to doctor orders
- Wrote reports and documented patient conditions, vital signs, and medication intake
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ridgewater College
Hutchinson, MNHigh School Diploma - General Education
Springfield High School
Springfield, MNSkills
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Punctual and reliable
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Continuous improvement
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Operations management
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
- Performance management
Timeline
Daycare Provider
Self Employed
08.2014 - Current
Medical Records Nurse
Golden Living Nursing Home
04.2013 - 12.2014
Home care LPN
Bayada Pediatrics
06.2010 - 08.2014
High School Diploma - General Education
Springfield High School
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ridgewater College
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