Danielle Dotson
Decatur,AL
Summary
My experience in the medical field and education has allowed me to build very strong communication skills. I am also very quick thinking and respond well in fast paced or emergency type situations. I am a strong team member. Following guidlines and staying on task could be the difference in a life and death outcome in the medical field. The skills I learned in my past careers will make me a much stronger employee in all future careers.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Assistant
River City Wood Work
Decatur, AL
02.2022 - Current
- Operated woodworking machinery such as table saws, routers and jointers safely with precision accuracy.
- Operated woodworking machinery such as saws, routers, planers, jointers and sanders to cut and shape wood pieces.
- Fabricated custom woodworking pieces as needed by clients.
- Operated a variety of woodworking machines such as table saws, band saws, drill presses and panel saws.
- Built custom planter boxes using various types of woodworking tools.
- Built custom furniture pieces from scratch using woodworking tools such as saws, drills.
Paraprofessional
Decatur City Schools
Decatur, AL
07.2023 - Current
- As a paraprofessional, I work with children on behavior, social, and academic skills. I stay with them throughout the school day to address needs as they arise.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
Nursing Assistant
Decatur Morgan Hospital
Decatur, AL
06.2015 - 07.2023
- Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.
- Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
- Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing such as urine samples and blood draws.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
- Prepared treatment rooms for examinations by stocking them with necessary supplies and ensuring that all equipment was in proper working order.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, AL05-2013
Skills
- Clerical Support
- Documentation
- Special Education Support
- Crisis Intervention
- Classroom support
- Small Group Instruction
- Conflict resolution techniques
- IEP familiarity
- Care plan implementation
- Collecting specimens
- Quality Assurance
- Safety Precautions
- EHR Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- HIPAA Compliance
- Specimen Collection
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Decatur City Schools
07.2023 - Current
Shop Assistant
River City Wood Work
02.2022 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Decatur Morgan Hospital
06.2015 - 07.2023
Associate of Science - General Studies
Calhoun Community College
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