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PARAPROFESSIONAL
Summary

Personable School Paraprofessional and former Health Technician offering over 20 years in the medical field. Excellent administrative and organizational abilities. Dedicated professional with 10 years of experience working within school systems to provide care to students. Well-versed in carrying out health assessments, advising staff on relevant health topics according to careplans, teaching healthy habits and appropriate hygiene to students. Responsible team player with expertise in monitoring health of medically fragile and handicapped students and providing first aid. Recognized for compassionate, helpful demeanor and strong communication skills.

Skills
  • State Approved Paraprofessional
  • Cpr certified
  • First aid certified
  • Calm in stressful situations.
  • Strong parent and student relationships.
  • Adaptable
  • Strong communication
Experience
ParaprofessionalPayson Unified School District | Payson, AZ | Jul 2019-Current
  • Prepared bulletin boards, classroom materials and individual student portfolios to support teacher plans.
  • Tutored and supported students individually and in groups of up to five by reteaching and reviewing lesson concepts.
  • Modeled and taught basic and advanced social skills, conflict management techniques and study approaches to students.
  • Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials and supplies to support maximum efficiency.
  • Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
  • Supervised students and maintained security throughout school buildings and on field trips.
Certified Nursing AssistantSt. Joseph Health | Apple Valley, CA | Sep 2011-May 2019
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience.
  • Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Administered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
  • Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
  • Monitored diagnostic medical equipment to measure and observe various aspects of patient's health.
  • Collected blood and urine samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
  • Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
  • Facilitated communication patients, visitors, nurses, physicians and other hospital personnel.
  • Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
Health TechnicianSnowline Unified School District | Phelan, CA | Aug 2004-May 2014
  • Checked and entered immunizations into computer, when needed transferred onto school immunization record. Sent out letters for inadequate immunizations.
  • Entered health conditions,and emergency contacts upon registration at school into computer. Made emergency cards for students.
  • Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
  • Followed care plans for asthmatic, diabetic, seizure, and heart patients.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and if needed life-saving interventions.
  • Maintained strict patient data to comply with HIPAA laws.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Checked in medications needed for students at school. Kept in contact with parents regarding medication needs.
  • Treated patients by administering various types of medications and first aid.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • Assisted with vision,hearing,dental screening. Sent out appropriate paperwork to parents as needed.
  • Checked and educated student and parents for lice.
Education and Training
Some College (No Degree): NursingVictor Valley College | Victorville, CA
  • Completed course Medical Terminology.
  • Completed course Psychology.
  • Completed course Phlebotomy.
  • Completed course Pharmacology and nursing calculations.
  • Completed course certified nursing assistant.
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Payson Unified School District
  • St. Joseph Health
  • Snowline Unified School District

School Attended

  • Victor Valley College

Job Titles Held:

  • Paraprofessional
  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Health Technician

Degrees

  • Some College (No Degree) : Nursing

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