Jon Ross
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong safety compliance skills as a School Bus Driver and Certified Nursing Assistant. Proven ability to ensure safe transportation and support patient well-being through effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
IC Bus
Staten Island, New York
10.2024 - Current
- Managed school bus transportation along assigned routes and schedules with safe driving practices.
- Performed pre-trip and post-trip inspections to confirm bus readiness and safety compliance.
- Provided safe transportation for students to and from school in a timely manner while keeping the assigned route schedule.
- Facilitated safe student boarding and exiting during daily routes to enhance overall safety.
- Communicated regularly with parents and school staff to address transportation issues and ensure student safety.
- Monitored student behavior to foster a safe and respectful environment on the bus.
- Followed traffic laws and regulations to promote road safety for all passengers.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Reported vehicle maintenance needs to ensure operational readiness.
- Attended staff meetings and training sessions regularly for professional development purposes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clove Lakes Health Care
Staten Island, New York
03.2012 - 05.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Supported patients with mobility, hygiene, and personal care tasks.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Coordinated daily living activities to promote patient independence and enhance quality of life. of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Supported nursing staff in delivering patient care and facilitating daily activities to ensure comfort and well-being.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care needs.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to the charge nurse.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments and equipment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient comfort and well-being.
- Provided education on health management and wellness practices to empower patients during care sessions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Port Richmond High School
Staten Island, NY06-2009
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Traffic law adherence
- Defensive driving
- Student transport regulations
- Safe driving practices
- Air brake certification
- Operational readiness
- Maintenance reporting
- Route documentation
- Driver background verification
- Substance abuse awareness
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Strong safety history
Timeline
School Bus Driver
IC Bus
10.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clove Lakes Health Care
03.2012 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Port Richmond High School