Alison Dooley
Rumson,United States
Summary
Former US Army Soldier and Nurse. Motivated Social Studies Teacher highly effective at covering any subject in elementary, middle, and high school social studies. Organized and reliable with expertise in World History, American History, Geography, and Civics.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Fair Haven Board Of Education
09.2010 - Current
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of elementary and middle school students.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
- Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
High School Social Studies Teacher
Mater Dei Prep
09.2008 - 06.2010
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Care One Middletown
09.2021 - Current
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures for anywhere between 10 and 35 patients.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Jersey Shore Post Acute Rehab
06.2020 - 09.2021
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures for anywhere between 10 and 35 patients.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients. me
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Private Home Care Assistant
Self
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Private Employee
12.2006 - 05.2015
- Provided care for one individual in home
- Performed total patient care for a patient on a feeding tube and ventilator
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Took vital signs to assess patient health progress and needs, including blood pressure, pulse and temperature.
- Administered medications and oversaw activities of daily living such as bathing, hygiene and ambulation.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Able Nurses
08.2005 - 12.2006
- Provided staff relief as needed for nursing homes.
- Admitted and discharged patients
- Monitored vital signs, ensuring safety and support
- Administered medications
- Educated patients and families in the areas of nutrition and diet.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Expanded Care Nursery, Womack Army Medical Center
10.2001 - 08.2002
- Provided nursing care to newborns that were premature, had low birth weight, low blood sugar, were born through cesarean section or had any illness that requires medication or monitors.
- Admitted and discharged patients
- Provided patient teaching to new parents, teaching infant CPR to parents
- Upheld code of conduct of a US Army Soldier and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Upheld US Army dress and appearance regulations for professional appearance.
Nursing Assistant
Internal Medical Center And ER
08.2000 - 09.2021
- Screened patients Prepared exam rooms
- Performed Electrocardiogram on patients
- Started intravenous therapy
- Checked and recorded patient vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar
- Collected urine, stool and blood specimens
- Provided some emergency care.
- Upheld code of conduct of a US Army Soldier and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Upheld US Army dress and appearance regulations for professional appearance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History And Education
Monmouth University
West Long Branch, NJ05.2008
Licensed Practical Nurse Certification - Licensed Practical Nurse
US Army Medical Center
Ft. Sam Houston, Texas09.2001
High School Diploma -
Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School
Rumson, NJ06.1999
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- World History
- US History
- Geography
- Economics
- Civics
- Student-centered learning
- Student engagement
- Classroom technology
- IEP understanding
- Curriculum Standards
- Parent Relations
- K-12 Education
- Field Trip Organization
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Care One Middletown
09.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Jersey Shore Post Acute Rehab
06.2020 - 09.2021
Private Home Care Assistant
Self
01.2018 - 08.2019
Social Studies Teacher
Fair Haven Board Of Education
09.2010 - Current
High School Social Studies Teacher
Mater Dei Prep
09.2008 - 06.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse
Private Employee
12.2006 - 05.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse
Able Nurses
08.2005 - 12.2006
Licensed Practical Nurse
Expanded Care Nursery, Womack Army Medical Center
10.2001 - 08.2002
Nursing Assistant
Internal Medical Center And ER
08.2000 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - History And Education
Monmouth University
Licensed Practical Nurse Certification - Licensed Practical Nurse
US Army Medical Center
High School Diploma -
Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School
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