Jessie McFadin
Utopia,TX
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated substitute teacher with a focus on special education. Known for tailoring instructional materials to meet individual needs and enhancing academic performance through personalized support.
Dynamic substitute teacher skilled in classroom management and student engagement. Proven ability to provide individualized support and foster strong parent-teacher communication.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher Pre-K - 12
Utopia Independent School District
09.2021 - Current
- Implement lesson plans to maintain classroom continuity during teacher absences.
- Foster a positive classroom atmosphere.
- Coordinate with staff to adapt instructional materials for diverse learning needs.
- Provide individualized support to students, enhancing their academic performance and classroom experience.
- Follow classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Supervise physical education classes, playground, and recess activities.
- Provide support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
Property Manager
Utopia River Retreat
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Managed property maintenance schedules, ensuring timely repairs and upkeep of facilities.
- Oversaw tenant relations, addressing concerns and fostering a positive community environment.
- Implemented marketing strategies to attract new tenants and reduce vacancy rates.
- Coordinated off-site day rental lease agreements, ensuring compliance with legal regulations and company policies.
- Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Fostered positive relationship between venue and owners with the local community by encouraging venue use for local charitable events.
- Venue wedding coordinator working with wedding planner's and families promoting the best possible outcome for their event.
Co-Owner Family Restaurant
Self-employeed
04.2006 - 01.2011
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality service delivery.
- Oversaw financial planning, budgeting, and cash flow management for sustainable growth.
- Established partnerships with local vendors to expand product offerings and improve supply chain efficiency.
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a collaborative work environment and enhancing team performance.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and optimizing stock levels.
- Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Collaborated with co-owner on strategic planning initiatives for long-term business success.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality products and services.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping for financial transactions, maintaining organized documentation for easy reference during audits or other inquiries.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations and legal requirements through diligent oversight of business practices.
- Cultivated a safe working environment by adhering to workplace safety policies and providing necessary resources for employee wellbeing.
- Implemented regular performance reviews for staff members to address concerns proactively and provide constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Developed marketing materials and campaigns to boost brand awareness and customer engagement.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Nurse
Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital
04.1996 - 08.2006
- Family Practice Rural Health Clinics in neighboring townships.
- .Expedited triage process by accurately assessing patients needs upon arrival and prioritizing appropriately.
- Assisted physicians during examinations, procedures, and treatments, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Acted as a trusted liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers for clear communication of medical information.
- Administered immunizations as needed for disease prevention in accordance with established guidelines.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their needs and preferences were respected throughout the treatment process.
- Implemented infection control protocols, reducing the spread of communicable diseases within the clinic setting.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Administered medications and topic treatments to address patient symptoms.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Proficient in clinic office management. Examples: Entering patient data into hospital system including personal data, billing and insurance information, treatment and diagnosis codes,. filing patient paperwork, and scheduling and coordinating patient referrals .
Emergency Medical Technician
Utopia Emergency Medical Service
03.1984 - 01.2005
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in critical conditions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure efficient patient transport and treatment.
- Operated advanced life support equipment during emergency response scenarios.
- Evaluated patient conditions and prioritized treatment effectively.
- Operated specialized medical equipment during critical interventions.
- Conducted thorough documentation of patient interactions and treatments.
- Implemented process improvements to increase response efficiency in emergencies.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- Reduced response times by effectively coordinating with dispatchers, law enforcement, and other first responders.
- Enabled faster treatment decisions through clear communication with physicians via radio or phone regarding patient assessments and vital signs information.
- Improved patient outcomes by skillfully administering advanced life support techniques during critical situations.
- Promoted a positive image of the organization through professionalism, empathy, and exceptional customer service while interacting with patients and their families.
- Contributed to a culture of continuous improvement within the EMS organization by providing constructive feedback and participating in quality assurance initiatives.
- Supported community outreach efforts by providing public education on CPR, first aid, and other essential lifesaving skills.
- Continuously enhanced professional knowledge by participating in ongoing training opportunities and staying current on industry best practices.
- Exhibited strong leadership skills while functioning as an acting supervisor when required, overseeing daily tasks for a team of EMTs during shifts.
- Safeguarded confidentiality of sensitive patient information according to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
- Streamlined operations within the EMS team by assisting in developing new policies, procedures, and standards of care as needed.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient care by diligently completing electronic medical records following each call.
- Collaborated with emergency room staff to ensure seamless handoff and continuity of care for patients upon arrival at the hospital.
- Maintained equipment readiness by routinely inspecting, cleaning, and restocking ambulances for optimal performance.
- Prioritized patient needs by quickly evaluating medical conditions and implementing appropriate interventions based on assessment findings.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new EMTs, sharing valuable knowledge and experience to help them succeed in their roles.
- Strengthened teamwork among EMS personnel through open communication, shared decision-making, and mutual respect.
- Optimized resource allocation by effectively triaging multiple patients during mass casualty incidents or large-scale emergencies.
- Increased safety awareness among team members by adhering to established protocols and guidelines during all emergency responses.
- Demonstrated adaptability in high-stress environments while delivering compassionate care to diverse patient populations.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
- Observed patient behavior to report changes to medical personnel.
- Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
- Educated public on emergency medical services.
- Trained and proficient in patient extraction and immobilization from entrapment,
Nurse
Sid Peterson Memorial Hospital
08.1995 - 04.1996
- Delivered patient care by monitoring vital signs and administering medications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and medication management.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and satisfaction.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Southwest Texas Junior College
Uvalde, TXSkills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Elementary education
- Special education
Timeline
Substitute Teacher Pre-K - 12
Utopia Independent School District
09.2021 - Current
Property Manager
Utopia River Retreat
01.2020 - 06.2021
Co-Owner Family Restaurant
Self-employeed
04.2006 - 01.2011
Nurse
Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital
04.1996 - 08.2006
Nurse
Sid Peterson Memorial Hospital
08.1995 - 04.1996
Emergency Medical Technician
Utopia Emergency Medical Service
03.1984 - 01.2005
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Southwest Texas Junior College