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Jennifer Kissoon

Lawrenceville,GA

Summary

Professional caregiver with experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using medical equipment and following care plans.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Alliant Home Care
11.2024 - Current
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.

Preschool Paraprofessional

Gwinnett County Public Schools Foundation
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
  • Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
  • Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
  • Guided small group instruction to provide targeted support for students needing additional assistance or enrichment opportunities.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behavior and reinforce desired outcomes.
  • Served as a positive role model for students by consistently demonstrating patience, respectfulness, and enthusiasm towards learning experiences.

Substitute Teacher

Gwinnett County Public Schools Foundation
08.2018 - 05.2023
  • Supervised the classrooms and managed daily class work.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
  • Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
  • Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based teaching strategies for continuous improvement in practice.

Education

Certified Medication Aide

Hillendell CNA School
Lawrenceville, GA
02-2025

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hillendell CNA School
Lawrenceville, GA
11-2024

Associate of Science - Social Work

University Of Guyana
Turkeyen East Coast Demerara, Guyana
10-2006

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Bathing assistance
  • Alzheimer's and dementia care
  • Basic life support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Bedside manner
  • Feeding assistance
  • Companionship and emotional support

Certification

  • CMT - Certified Medication Technician

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Alliant Home Care
11.2024 - Current

Preschool Paraprofessional

Gwinnett County Public Schools Foundation
08.2023 - 05.2024

Substitute Teacher

Gwinnett County Public Schools Foundation
08.2018 - 05.2023

Certified Medication Aide

Hillendell CNA School

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hillendell CNA School

Associate of Science - Social Work

University Of Guyana

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