Clarissa Woods
Piedmont,SC
Summary
Focused on promoting intellectual, emotional and social development in children. Knowledgeable about organizing supplies, developing lesson plans and introducing relevant topics in age-appropriate ways. Compassionate CNA known for maintaining high productivity levels and completing tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance that ensure optimal support and comfort for patients. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management, contributing to positive outcomes in fast-paced healthcare settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Daycare Provider
Self-employeed
Piedmont, SC
09.2020 - Current
- Read stories to encourage language development among the toddlers.
- Provided guidance on toilet training, eating habits and sleeping patterns for young children.
- Helped children learn how to dress themselves independently.
- Created weekly lesson plans based on themes related to preschool curriculum.
- Managed stock levels of required supplies such as diapers, wipes.
- Organized field trips to local parks, museums and other educational places for the children.
- Maintained accurate records of each child's progress in accordance with regulations.
- Organized special events like birthdays, holidays to make it a fun learning experience for the kids.
- Prepared healthy meals according to individual dietary needs of each child.
- Supervised children during playtime indoors and outdoors.
- Encouraged positive social interactions among the children through group activities such as games or art projects.
- Developed age-appropriate learning activities to promote physical, emotional, intellectual development of the children.
- Participated in parent-teacher meetings to discuss each child's progress and behavior.
- Provided safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children in care.
- Taught basic hygiene skills such as hand washing and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with daily activities such as meal times, playtime, outdoor time and nap times.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Dressed children and changed diapers.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Anderson School District One
Williamston, SC
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by displaying enthusiasm for teaching subjects.
- Instructed small groups or individual students who need extra help or attention.
- Supervised lunchroom duties, playground activities, field trips and after-school programs.
- Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior reports.
- Organized educational games or projects that reinforce concepts taught in class.
- Provided feedback to teachers on student behavior and performance in the classroom.
- Enforced school policies regarding discipline, attendance, dress code.
- Developed creative activities to engage students in learning opportunities.
- Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kudzu Medical
Piedmont, SC
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Substitute Teacher
Spartanburg School District 5
Duncan, SC
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Supported special needs students by providing individual instruction as needed.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Maintained a safe learning environment by enforcing school rules and regulations.
- Provided feedback on assignments or projects given by the regular teacher.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance and behavior.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
- Provided classroom instruction following regular teacher's lesson plans.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Guilford Technical College
Jamestown, North Carolina05-2012
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC05-2008
GED -
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-salem, NC09-1999
Skills
- Positive reinforcement techniques
- Early Childhood Development
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Conflict resolution abilities
- Early Childhood Education
- Stress management techniques
- Infection control procedures
- Patient Lifting
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Direct Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Understands medical procedures
- Feeding Assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Family Daycare Provider
Self-employeed
09.2020 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Anderson School District One
09.2019 - 06.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kudzu Medical
09.2019 - 01.2021
Substitute Teacher
Spartanburg School District 5
09.2017 - 06.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Guilford Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Greenville Technical College
GED -
Forsyth Technical Community College
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