Lauren Luthy
Abilene
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with extensive experience in education and healthcare. At Abilene Independent School District, excelled in classroom management and fostering positive relationships, enhancing student engagement. Proven ability in individualized care and effective communication, ensuring the well-being of patients while maintaining dignity and comfort. Committed to creating supportive environments for learning and healing.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Abilene Independent School District
09.2023 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Frequently chosen as preferred substitute teacher owing to excellent previous references and dependable service.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
- Maintained detailed records of student attendance, assignments, and progress for seamless transition back to regular teachers.
Hospice Aide
Self Employed
07.2014 - 05.2020
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
Home Care Provider
Self Employed
05.2010 - 05.2020
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Managed medical appointments, coordinating with healthcare professionals to ensure timely access to necessary services.
- Supported family members in understanding patient needs and provided guidance on how to best assist their loved ones at home.
Home Health Aide
Home Instead Senior Care
05.2010 - 05.2013
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Substitute Teacher
Abilene Independent School District
08.2011 - 04.2013
Certified Medication Aide
Vintage Place Assisted Living
05.2007 - 05.2010
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
Education
Associate In Science - Nursing
Butler Community College
El Dorado, KS05.2010
High School Diploma -
Abilene High School
Abilene, TX05.2006
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Educational assessment
- Behavior management
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Time management
- Compassionate care
- Relationship building and management
- Classroom organization
- Safety awareness
- Student tutoring
- Records management
- Health and safety
- First Aid/CPR
- Creative thinking
- Multitasking and organization
- Lecturing and teaching
- Individualized care
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Abilene Independent School District
09.2023 - Current
Hospice Aide
Self Employed
07.2014 - 05.2020
Substitute Teacher
Abilene Independent School District
08.2011 - 04.2013
Home Care Provider
Self Employed
05.2010 - 05.2020
Home Health Aide
Home Instead Senior Care
05.2010 - 05.2013
Certified Medication Aide
Vintage Place Assisted Living
05.2007 - 05.2010
Associate In Science - Nursing
Butler Community College
High School Diploma -
Abilene High School
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