Adessa Collier
Bridgeport,CT
Summary
Paraprofessional
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology. Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts.
Certified Nursing Assistant
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Cooperative Educational Service Agencies Statewide Network
03.2022 - Current
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Contributed to increased student retention by providing academic support and mentoring during after-school programs.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
- Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
Certified Nursing Assistant
North Bridge Heath Care Center
10.2017 - 11.2021
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wilton Meadows
03.2019 - 06.2020
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and clean environment for hospice patients through diligent housekeeping tasks.
- Enhanced quality of life for terminally ill patients by addressing their emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
AAA Nursing
04.2018 - 01.2019
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- I would be placed in hospitals, with patients giving one to one care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Astoria Park
07.2014 - 08.2018
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Allied Community Health
08.2016 - 03.2018
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care and maintaining open communication with patients and their families.
- Assisted nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vital signs, administering medication, and updating medical records for increased efficiency.
- Ensured patient safety by monitoring conditions closely and reporting changes to supervising nurses promptly.
- Contributed to a positive healthcare environment by collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams in various facilities during travel assignments.
Cleaner
Pinky's Cleaning Service
01.2015 - 03.2017
- Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
- Improved overall facility hygiene by sanitizing high-touch surfaces regularly to minimize the spread of germs.
- Maintained a well-organized storage area for cleaning supplies to ensure easy access and efficient use of materials.
- Promoted environmental sustainability by implementing eco-friendly cleaning practices and reducing waste.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering thorough and efficient cleaning services tailored to individual needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Middle Brook Farms
02.2012 - 08.2016
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Town Nursing Agency
07.2013 - 02.2016
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bassick High School
Bridgeport, CT06.2010
Skills
- Storytelling
- Clerical Support
- Student Records Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Social Support
- Classroom Support
- Care Plan Implementation
- Indirect Patient Care
- Conducting Intakes
- Mobility Assistance
- Documenting Behaviors
- Patient Relations
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Direct Patient Care
- Electronic Charting
- Inpatient Care
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Cooperative Educational Service Agencies Statewide Network
03.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wilton Meadows
03.2019 - 06.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
AAA Nursing
04.2018 - 01.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
North Bridge Heath Care Center
10.2017 - 11.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Allied Community Health
08.2016 - 03.2018
Cleaner
Pinky's Cleaning Service
01.2015 - 03.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Astoria Park
07.2014 - 08.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Town Nursing Agency
07.2013 - 02.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Middle Brook Farms
02.2012 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Bassick High School
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