Sashia Sharpton

Experience caring for individuals with diagnosis including but not limited to: Alzheimer's and Dementia, Parkinson's, Hutchinson's, Multiple Sclerosis, Traumatic Brain Injury, Schizophrenia, Chronic/Inflammatory Arthritis, and Diabetes.

• Supported the needs of 25+ residents under long-term care.
• Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
• Followed resident service/care plans and provided assistance with toileting, bathing, dressing, oral hygiene and other daily living tasks.
• Answered call lights and supported resident comfort and safety.
• Escorted residents to community activities and games and encouraged participation.

• Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
• Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
• Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
• Attended and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.

• Planned, implemented, and adapted daily curriculum to fit the needs of 30 preschool-aged children.
• Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records, ensuring appropriate developmental progress.
• Established positive relationships with families and other school personnel.
• Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
• Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
• Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
• Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
• Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.