Jonie Creola Battles
Columbus,OH
Summary
With a proven track record at Tutis House, I excel in delivering high-quality patient care and emotional support, evidenced by enhanced patient independence and satisfaction. My expertise in medication organization and compassionate client interaction, coupled with my ability to efficiently resolve issues, positions me as a valuable asset to any healthcare team. Compassionate Home Health Aide with background in providing care to diverse patient populations in home settings. Skilled in personal care, medication management, and light housekeeping, ensuring comfort and hygiene. Demonstrated ability to build trust and rapport with patients, resulting in positive feedback for quality of care provided. History of effectively communicating with healthcare professionals to enhance patient wellbeing and safety.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Tutis House
Whitehall , OH
06.2019 - Current
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction.
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
- Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Assisted clients with proper exercises and rehabilitation.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Home Health Aide
LifeSavers Health
Whitehall, OH
12.2017 - Current
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
Instructional Assistant (Special Education)
Columbus City School
Columbus, OH
08.2015 - Current
- Assist the lead teacher in the classroom, take the students to the restroom, and specials, lunch.
- I help prepare students' classwork and homework.
- Researched new technologies for use in the classroom environment.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational trends and methodologies.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure that all students had access to a quality educational program.
- Monitored students in class, hallways, and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students with disabilities in the areas of reading, math, and writing.
- Conducted special assessments and tutoring sessions to support individual student needs.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Supported classroom teachers by supervising students during lunch and recess periods or field trips.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and concerns.
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by the teacher or behavioral specialist.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers regarding student achievement.
- Attended training sessions on best practices for working with students with special needs.
- Maintained records of student performance according to school policies and procedures.
- Developed positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and community partners.
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and modifying curriculum.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers.
- Participated in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and other meetings as needed.
Support Staff
Columbus Montessori Education
Columbus, OH
09.2012 - 08.2015
- Assist lead teacher in the classroom, Monitor children on the playground and the nap room, setup for lunch and late day snack
- Researched, collected and cataloged supporting documentation, information and data for management projects.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Infant Teacher
Start 2Finish Learning Academy
Columbus, OH
05.2011 - 09.2012
- Enhance the infant's social, cognitive, language, emotional, gross, and fine motor skills.
- Prepare lunch for the day care, prepare weekly lesson plans, feed and change infants, and assist in cleaning up the day care center.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Encouraged independence while providing guidance during mealtime routines such as eating independently or helping feed others.
- Coordinated with co-teachers and staff to plan and execute school events and field trips.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Demonstrated an understanding of different cultures when interacting with families from diverse backgrounds.
- Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Maintained records of attendance and provided weekly updates to parents regarding their child's activities.
- Followed safe feeding guidelines and parental requests for breastmilk, formula and solids.
- Ensured safety rules were followed at all times by supervising playtime activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
Direct care worker (MRDD)
Creative Lifestyles Inc
Bronx, NY
11.2007 - 08.2010
- Assisting in bath, teaching consumers ADL skills, fully trained in medications, CPR, first aid, and nutrition
- Provide consumers with one-on one support, meal preparation, medication dispensing, escort consumers to their transportation for program, behavioral and emotional support, problem solving and SCIP-R trained
Teacher's assistant
Northside Child Development Center
Columbus, OH
06.2005 - 09.2007
- Enhance children learning through play, weekly lesson plan for appropriate age group, record observation, complete Devereux Early Childhood Assessment form
- Helping school age children with their homework and teaching pre-school children their basic educational skills, respite care for children, and work with some pre-school children with special needs
Child Care Counselor
Leake & Watts Children Service
Bronx, NY
01.2000 - 10.2003
- Register residents for school or vocational training, escort residents to their medical and dental appointments, cook breakfast and dinner for residents and staff, and teach residents their independent living skills.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Observed behavior of children and reported any issues to supervisor immediately.
- Provided direct supervision to children in a safe and nurturing environment.
- Attended professional development workshops related to childcare industry standards.
- Cared for children in institutional settings.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Organized educational, recreational, and social activities for the children.
- Participated in parent conferences and provided feedback about their child's progress.
- Collaborated with other staff members to effectively address the needs of each child.
- Updated detailed records for each child with information such as daily observations, meals served and medications administered.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
Central State University
Wilberforce, OH05-2023
Associate of Arts - Middle School Education
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH12-2019
Associate of Arts - Intervention Specialist
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH05-2019
AA - Early Childhood Education
Eastern Gateway Community College
05-2019
High School Equivalency Diploma -
Monroe College
Bronx, NY06.1996
Skills
- Medication organization
- Client documentation
- Patient transportation
- Care plan assessment
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Meal preparation
References
- Tawanna Camden, Director, Creative Lifestyles Inc, 718-665-7002
- Deborah Lane, Co-Worker, Creative Lifestyles Inc, 646-575-1530
- Amy Hillard, Assistant Director, Northside & Family Child Development Center, 614-299-1131
- Arteka Dickerson, Co-Worker, Northside & Family Child Development Center, 614-475-4984 or 614-270-1830
- MS. Betty, Administrator, Start 2 Finish Learning Academy, 616-599-3601
- Natasha Neeley, Co-worker, Columbus Montessori Education, 614-266-7352
- Laura Hucthing, Lead teacher, Columbus Montessori Education, 614-592-8149
Certification
- CPR and First Aid
- Educational Permit
- Medication certification
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Tutis House
06.2019 - Current
Home Health Aide
LifeSavers Health
12.2017 - Current
Instructional Assistant (Special Education)
Columbus City School
08.2015 - Current
Support Staff
Columbus Montessori Education
09.2012 - 08.2015
Infant Teacher
Start 2Finish Learning Academy
05.2011 - 09.2012
Direct care worker (MRDD)
Creative Lifestyles Inc
11.2007 - 08.2010
Teacher's assistant
Northside Child Development Center
06.2005 - 09.2007
Child Care Counselor
Leake & Watts Children Service
01.2000 - 10.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
Central State University
Associate of Arts - Middle School Education
Eastern Gateway Community College
Associate of Arts - Intervention Specialist
Eastern Gateway Community College
AA - Early Childhood Education
Eastern Gateway Community College
High School Equivalency Diploma -
Monroe College
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