Natasha Mayberry
House Springs,MO
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated professional with experience as a Direct Support Professional at Judevine Center and an EMT at AMR. Skilled in first aid and safety, I excel in client support and behavioral management, ensuring optimal patient care and effective communication within healthcare teams. Committed to enhancing client well-being through compassionate caregiving.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Judevine Center
06.2014 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and self-sufficiency.
- Implemented individualized care plans, ensuring tailored support to meet client needs.
- Monitored and documented client progress, maintaining accurate records for care assessments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services and enhance client welfare.
- Facilitated community integration activities, encouraging social interaction and skill development.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices for client engagement.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients, fostering trust and communication.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through feedback, identifying areas for improvement in support strategies.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
EMT Basic
AMR
06.2022 - 04.2026
- Administered first aid and CPR to patients in emergency situations.
- Operated ambulance equipment, ensuring readiness for patient transport.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to assess patient needs effectively.
- Documented patient information and treatment protocols accurately.
- Maintained cleanliness and functionality of emergency medical equipment.
- Assisted in training new EMTs on operational procedures and safety practices.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding patient status and transport logistics.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, relaying vital information about patient conditions and incident locations for timely responses.
Education
Paramedic Certificate - Paramedicine
Jefferson Community College
Arnold, MO10.2025
Emergency Medical Technician Certificate - Emergency Medicine
Saint Louis Community College
St. Louis, MO12.2021
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medication administration
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Behavioral management
- Decision-making support
- Health and safety requirements
- Direct patient care
- Transportation
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient care
- Disability awareness
- Client transportation
- Goal setting
- Social skills development
- Basic life support
- CPR and first aid
- Critical decision-making skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital sign assessment
- Pre-hospital care
- Bleeding control
- Airway management
- Emergency management
- Patient assessments
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Patient management
- Patient transport
- Patient stabilization
- Supply restocking
- Ambulance driving
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Respiratory emergencies
- Emergency patient triage
Education
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Timeline
EMT Basic
AMR
06.2022 - 04.2026
Direct Support Professional
Judevine Center
06.2014 - Current
Paramedic Certificate - Paramedicine
Jefferson Community College
Emergency Medical Technician Certificate - Emergency Medicine
Saint Louis Community College