Ny'Azjah Spruel
Camden,NJ
Summary
Reliable and compassionate Caregiver offering expertise in planning activities, maintaining safety, and improving behavior. Well-versed in the needs and behaviors of children and senior citizens between the ages of 5 and 65+. Skilled at providing necessary assistance and daily support, proficient in verbal and written communication, organized nature, and proactive approach to solving problems and managing conflict.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Provider
Special Needs Care
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage over 5 children at once.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories, and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
In-Home Caregiver
Royalty Health and Wellness Resources
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Offered support for client's mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Interacted kindly with up to 6 individual patients and families, displayed a positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
Tutor Mentor
Guilford County Schools
09.2019 - 05.2023
- Tutored over 15 diverse individual students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Coached and mentored less-experienced tutors to observe and measure outcomes.
Assistant Girls Basketball Coach
Welborn Academy Of Science And Technology
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Participated in fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
Autism Support Professional
Autism Society Of NC Inc
07.2021 - 09.2022
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- 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.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Patient Care Assistant
Mint Hill Senior Living
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help over 30 patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
- Helped enhance unit operations by continuously delivering accurate, efficient care and maintaining performance objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
Caregiver, Special Needs
Triad Coordinated Services
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in individual patient's health status to case manager.
- Prepared reports, kept investigation records, and maintained all case-related paperwork.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted 1 client with enhancing motor skills along with studying educational subjects (i.e homework, practice).
Patient Care Technician
The Crossings
07.2018 - 05.2019
- Assist assigned residents with dressing/undressing, grooming, eating, transportation, and restroom
- Light housekeeping in each resident's personal space/ around the facility
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds, and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Supported needs of 25+ residents under long-term care
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
North Carolina Agricultural And Technical State University
Greensboro, NC05.2023
Skills
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Social Development Oversight
- Bathing and Dressing
- Activity Planning
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Office Systems Management
- Homework Assistance
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Special Needs Childcare
- Cleaning Requirements
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Special Needs Care
10.2022 - 07.2023
Assistant Girls Basketball Coach
Welborn Academy Of Science And Technology
10.2022 - 02.2023
In-Home Caregiver
Royalty Health and Wellness Resources
09.2022 - 07.2023
Autism Support Professional
Autism Society Of NC Inc
07.2021 - 09.2022
Patient Care Assistant
Mint Hill Senior Living
04.2020 - 07.2021
Tutor Mentor
Guilford County Schools
09.2019 - 05.2023
Caregiver, Special Needs
Triad Coordinated Services
05.2019 - 04.2020
Patient Care Technician
The Crossings
07.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
North Carolina Agricultural And Technical State University
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