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Samantha Quackenbush

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Experienced childcare professional with more than 10 years of experience working with children from infancy to 6 years of age in home settings. Cared for children for busy professional working couples. Confident and independent, adept at taking initiative in creating child-friendly activities. Maintain organized schedules with little parental guidance.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Nanny/Personal Assistant

Private Residence
Charlotte, NC
11.2020 - 03.2023
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
  • Coordinated different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
  • Safely transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
  • Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of and patient with others.
  • Engaged in after-school activities including sport practice and homework.
  • Communicated with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
  • Played games and read books to young children, limiting TV and mobile device time.
  • Taught children everyday skills, including tying shoes, dressing, potty training, basic math and language.
  • Maintained updated list of emergency contact information and child's health information to act quickly if emergencies occur.
  • Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
  • Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
  • Provided multifaceted services to career professionals by running errands, managing mail, scheduling appointments and arranging transportation.
  • Stayed current on toy and child-related recalls and safety warnings.
  • Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.

Direct Support Professional

UMAR Services, Inc.
Charlotte, NC
10.2016 - 11.2020
  • Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide comprehensive mental healthcare to patients.
  • Documented current patient information to update supervising, including vital signs, behaviors and eating habits.
  • Supported and encouraged psychiatric patients to promote health and wellness.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Transported clients to doctor's appointments and other related errands.
  • Monitored client's well-being, safety and comfort under direction of physician.
  • Kept detailed records of patient care, progress, medication administration and changes in health or other conditions.

Certified Nursing Assistant/Secretary

Piedmont Medical
Rock Hill, SC
08.2014 - 10.2016
  • Assisted patients with shaving, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Delivered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post- operative situations.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, feeding, ambulating, and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Provided basic care to over 10 patients per shift, assisting with bathing, changing linens and preparing meals.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Called consults to doctors for nurses.
  • Added appointments into patient charts.
  • Called for appointments.

Education

High School Diploma -

Central Valley Academy
Ilion, NY
06.2008

Skills

  • Child Supervision
  • Communications
  • Organization
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Relationship Development

Timeline

Nanny/Personal Assistant

Private Residence
11.2020 - 03.2023

Direct Support Professional

UMAR Services, Inc.
10.2016 - 11.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant/Secretary

Piedmont Medical
08.2014 - 10.2016

High School Diploma -

Central Valley Academy

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