Debbiean Laird
Union City,USA
Summary
Compassionate, certified home health aide with extensive experience in caring for elderly and Alzheimer’s patients. Proven skills in building rapport and supporting emotional boundaries while ensuring patient dignity, safety, and comfort. My previous role as Lead International Flight Attendant involves emergency response coordination and exceptional customer service, enhancing passenger satisfaction and safety. Expertise in strategic planning, regulatory compliance, personal hygiene assistance, meal preparation, medication administration, and transportation in high-pressure environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Flight Attendant
US/American Airlines
Dallas, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Responded to flight operations problems and implemented standard procedures to correct problems.
- Checked load configurations and corrected baggage problems to meet overhead bin standards.
- Verified passengers' tickets and directed to correct seats to promote smooth boarding.
- Checked inventory levels of onboard food, beverages, and supplies before each flight.
- Resolve Passenger conflicts and Medical emergencies during flights.
CHHA
Grace Healthcare Services
Edison, New Jersey
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Prepared and organized medications as directed by healthcare staff.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and team members.
- Supported mobility by assisting with transfers and ambulation exercises.
- Provided personal care services, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming patients in their homes.
Lead International Flight Attendant
Continental Airlines
05.2000 - 12.2009
- Verified passengers' tickets and directed to correct seats to promote smooth boarding.
- Checked load configurations and corrected baggage problems to meet overhead bin standards.
- Responded to flight operations problems and implemented standard procedures to correct problems.
- Provided instruction on safety and emergency procedures and demonstrated proper use of seatbelts, oxygen masks and floatation devices.
- Facilitate communication between flight deck, ground crew and crew members to promote a smooth operation.
Private Flight Attendant
JetExpress Corperate
Newark, NJ
10.1997 - 06.1998
- Checked load configurations and corrected baggage problems to meet overhead bin standards.
- Responded to flight operations problems and implemented standard procedures to correct problems.
- Accommodate corporate client's needs.
- Greeted passengers upon boarding and assisted with seating arrangements.
Education
Certificate - Patient Care
K&G Career Academy
Elizabeth, NJ11-2024
Certification - Surgical Technician
Dover Business Collage
New Jersey07.2020
Diploma - Economics
Walton HighSchool
New York06.1994
Skills
- Business development
- Strategic Planning
- Marketing
- Policy implementation
- Customer Service
- Regulatory compliance
- Emergency Response Coordination
- Patient care
- Safety procedures
- Transfer techniques
- Physical therapy support
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Hawaiian, Conversational
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CHHA
Grace Healthcare Services
01.2025 - 08.2025
Flight Attendant
US/American Airlines
03.2024 - Current
Lead International Flight Attendant
Continental Airlines
05.2000 - 12.2009
Private Flight Attendant
JetExpress Corperate
10.1997 - 06.1998
Certificate - Patient Care
K&G Career Academy
Certification - Surgical Technician
Dover Business Collage
Diploma - Economics
Walton HighSchool