Gavin Skaggs
Springfield,United States
Summary
CONTACT -Focused student with knowledge of advocacy, behavior management, and case management. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy on your team. Frequently praised for multitasking by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your team achieve its goals. - Motivated student with excellent communication and interpersonal skills looking to gain valuable experience in a professional setting. -Reliable worker with excellent communication, time management, and computer skills. A driven and detail-oriented individual with a desire to use analytical and problem-solving skills to meet goals. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Vocational Specialist
Family HealthCare
- Work at various businesses who have relationships with Preferred Employment to provide support to their new hires to strengthen their workers' skills and advance in their careers -Work with individuals one-on-one and/or in a small group -Explain why certain processes and actions in the professional settings are necessary and beneficial for the success of the individual -Work in various businesses in entry-level positions as a trainer to assist business managers in reducing training and turn over costs
Unit Assistant
Cox Media
- Grooming and bathing patients with low mobility -Preparing each patient room with necessary items like blankets, pillows, medical equipment and bathroom needs -Helping patients eat and take medications -Making sure they have regular meals and proper medication dosages -Monitoring vitals and patient behavior and reporting them to the nursing and medical staff; Supported individualized job development efforts by providing technical assistance in areas such as wage negotiations and benefit packages
- Collaborated with community partners to provide resources and services that support the re-entry of individuals into the workforce
- Developed action plans for each client based on their individual circumstances and objectives
- Implemented workplace accommodations for individuals with disabilities or special needs
- Maintained detailed records of all interactions with clients according to established protocols
- Provided career counseling and guidance in resume writing, interviewing techniques, and job search skills
- Participated in continuing education courses related to best practices in vocational rehabilitation
- Engaged in outreach activities within the local community to promote awareness of available services
- Developed and implemented vocational rehabilitation plans for individuals with disabilities.
Teaching Assistant
Ozarks Technical Community College
- Helped to maintain a positive learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Cleaned classrooms and organized instruction materials in appropriate locations
- Developed and maintained consistent, positive relationships with children
- Encouraged critical thinking skills among students by posing thought-provoking questions during class discussions
- Liaised with other staff members to ensure a safe learning environment
- Conducted small group instruction sessions focusing on specific topics or skills according to individual student needs
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance including assessments and grades
- Participated in student field trips and provided support to students during outings
- Helped to prepare and distribute materials for activities.
- Helped teachers develop lesson plans and curriculums for classroom instruction
- Assessed student understanding of material presented throughout the course of study
- Facilitated safe and effective transitions between activities.
- Tracked student attendance and reported absences and tardiness.
- Collaborated with teacher in adapting curriculum to meet individual student goals
- Adapted instructional materials and methods to meet the varying needs of diverse learners
- Developed innovative approaches to engage students in the learning process through interactive activities and projects
- Assisted teachers with lesson plans and classroom activities, while encouraging student participation
- Facilitated collaborative problem solving activities within the classroom setting
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop strategies for improving student performance
- Led small group activities and discussions to help promote learning.
- Monitored student behavior in the classroom and implemented appropriate disciplinary actions when needed
- Organized field trips that aligned with curriculum objectives to provide real world applications of lessons taught in class
- Assisted in developing IEPs for special education students as needed
- Utilized various teaching techniques such as lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and hands-on activities
- Defused arguments and problems between students and reported serious incidents to teachers and principal
- Provided guidance counseling services for at-risk youth facing social or personal challenges
- Explained and enforced classroom rules to create safe and disciplined learning environment
- Implemented effective classroom management practices to ensure an orderly learning environment
- Created a positive learning environment by demonstrating enthusiasm for teaching students
- Integrated technology into daily lessons such as using online resources or multimedia presentations.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southwest Baptist University
Springfield, Mo12.2025
Skills
- Counseling
- Crisis management
- Critical thinking
- Negotiation
- Nursing
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Monitoring for Side Effects
- Topical Medication Application
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Equipment Sterilization
- HIPAA Compliance Certification
- Attention to Detail
- Administering Medications
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Problem-Solving
- Certified Medication Aide
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Electronic Charting
- Direct Patient Care
- Case Management
- Patient-Focused Care
- Compassionate Communication
Certification
L1MA Certification
MANDT Certification
First Aide/ CPR Certification
Timeline
Vocational Specialist
Family HealthCare
Unit Assistant
Cox Media
Teaching Assistant
Ozarks Technical Community College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Ozarks Technical Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southwest Baptist University
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