Amber Lawton
Compassionate healthcare professional with experience supporting individuals with physical and developmental disabilities
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About
Compassionate healthcare professional with experience supporting individuals with physical and developmental disabilities.
Certified Nursing
Assistant skilled in ADLs, wound care, and medication administration, including g-tube and j-tube care. Adept at maintaining clean, safe environments and fostering positive interactions with residents, families, and team members in both healthcare and hospitality settings. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Experience
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant at United Health Services (2022-12 – 2026-08)
- Assist residents with ADLs, promoting independence and comfort
- Take vital signs and document all daily task information using Sigma Care, ensuring accurate records
- Perform skin checks and assist LPN/RN with wound care to support patient recovery
- Operate mechanical lifts and follow rehab exercises to ensure safe mobility for patients
- Provide care for long-term, dementia, and rehab patients, adapting to diverse needs
Direct Support Professional at Catholic Charities (2018-07 – 2022-09)
- Provide direct care to individuals with physical and developmental disabilities, ensuring safety and well-being
- Prepare food according to specific diets and consistency, supporting individualized nutrition plans
- Facilitate community outings and participate in activities to enhance social engagement
- Administer medication and manage g-tube and j-tube care, maintaining certification and compliance
- Set up kangaroo pump for feedings and administer medication via tube, ensuring accurate and safe delivery
Housekeeper/Laundry at United Methodist Homes (2014-11 – 2018-07)
- Clean and disinfect resident rooms, maintaining a safe and sanitary environment
- Interact with family members to address concerns and enhance resident satisfaction
- Meet residents' needs excluding personal care, supporting overall comfort
- Operate washers and dryers to manage laundry efficiently
Housekeeper at Holiday Inn (2012-03 – 2014-11)
- Clean guest rooms for stayovers and checkouts, ensuring high standards of cleanliness
Laundry Attendant at Capra enterprises (2011-05 – 2011-08)
- Washed and dried personal clothing during seasonal employment, maintaining quality standards
Housekeeper at Scott's Oquaga Lake Imm (2008-03 – 2008-11)
- Cleaned guest rooms and common areas, maintaining a welcoming environment during seasonal employment
- Performed painting, groundskeeping, and laundry to support facility upkeep
Education
High school diploma – Bainbridge-Guilford High School