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Sharee Shanks

Atlantic City,NJ

Summary

Compassionate and reliable Direct Support Professional with experience in assisting individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives. Strong skills in promoting client dignity, independence, and positive interactions within the community. Have made significant contributions in previous roles by implementing personalized care plans that improved overall quality of life for clients. Possess excellent interpersonal skills, conflict resolution abilities, and patience needed for this challenging role.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Caring Inc
Pleasantville, NJ
11.2020 - Current
  • Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Assisted individuals in development of social skills to become integrated in community.
  • Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
  • Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.

Education

High School Diploma -

Oak Crest High School
Mays Landing, NJ
06-2015

Skills

  • ADL support
  • Client documentation
  • Transportation
  • Self-advocacy training
  • Empathy and patience
  • First aid and safety
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Charting and documentation
  • Care plan assessment
  • Cultural awareness

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Caring Inc
11.2020 - Current

High School Diploma -

Oak Crest High School

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