Compassionate nursing student and healthcare support professional with experience in direct patient care, psychiatric support, and behavioral de-escalation. Skilled in monitoring patient conditions, documenting care, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient and family support. Strong foundation in education and culturally responsive care.
Work History
Nurse Aide
1 Year 4 Months
UNC Nash Health | 06.2025 - Current
Assisted physicians and healthcare professionals during examinations, procedures, and emergency situations to ensure patient safety and care continuity.
Provide personal care and clinical support, including ADLs, mobility assistance, specimen collection, glucose checks, and basic wound care.
Observe and document patient status, vital signs, and behavioral changes; promptly report concerns to the nurse or provider.
Perform assigned clinical procedures within training, competency, facility policy, and role scope, including oxygen setup, suctioning, tracheostomy and catheter care, tube feedings, and peripheral IV care.
Assist with patient admissions, discharge preparation, routine education reinforcement, family support, and unit readiness.
Facilitated patient admissions and discharge preparation, reinforced routine education, provided family support, and maintained unit readiness for optimal patient flow.
Nurse Aide
1 Year 7 Months
Wilson Pines | 11.2023 - 06.2025
Delivered resident-centered assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding, transfers, and mobility to enhance comfort and dignity.
Recorded and documented vital signs and care in Point of Care system to ensure accurate health monitoring.
Observed changes in resident behavior or condition and communicated concerns to nursing staff.
Collaborated with care team to support residents and families, fostering effective communication and understanding of care needs.
Exceptional Children (EC) Teacher & Track Coach
3 Years 3 Months
Southern Nash High School | 08.2020 - 11.2023
Coordinated parent meetings, managed special education records, organized testing schedules, and facilitated staff training to ensure compliance and support for students.
Developed athletic training plans and guided student goal-setting to enhance performance in regional and state competitions.
Developed athletic training plans, supported student goal-setting, and prepared athletes for regional and state competitions.
IDD Paraprofessional
10 Months
Appalachian Community Services | 08.2018 - 06.2019
Facilitated support for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, mental health needs, and substance use concerns to enhance their quality of life.
Linked clients to community resources and documented progress toward individual goals to ensure accountability and measure success.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Program
Nash Community College | 10-2026
In Progress
Nurse Aide I Course
Wilson Pines | 01-2024
B.S. - Sociology, Minor in Special Education; B.A. in Spanish
Western Carolina University | 05-2020
High School Diploma
Southern Nash High School | 06-2015
Skills
Personal care assistance
Behavioral de-escalation
Behavioral observation and de-escalation
Therapeutic communication
Clinical documentation
Epic EHR
Vital monitoring
Family support
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Cultural awareness
Leadership training
Certification
Nurse Aide I
Nurse Aide II
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Nurse Aide
UNC Nash Health
06.2025 - CurrentRead More
Nurse Aide
Wilson Pines
11.2023 - 06.2025Read More
Exceptional Children (EC) Teacher & Track Coach
Southern Nash High School
08.2020 - 11.2023Read More
IDD Paraprofessional
Appalachian Community Services
08.2018 - 06.2019Read More
Southern Nash High School
High School Diploma
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Western Carolina University
B.S. from Sociology, Minor in Special Education; B.A. in Spanish