Leona Sorrell
Leachville,AR
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESS
Paragould, AR
02.2025 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Home Health Aide
Allheart Senior Care
Trumann, AR
10.2024 - Current
- 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.
Direct Care Worker
Allen's Supported Living
Thayer, MO
01.2015 - 07.2016
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life
- Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, ensuring accurate information was readily available for healthcare providers and family members
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using appropriate de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies when necessary
- Administered medications accurately and promptly, adhering to medication schedules and physician instructions
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments
- Helped clients manage money, and shop for groceries or personal items
Patient Care Technician
Ozarks Medical Center
West Plains, MO
01.2012 - 06.2013
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls
CNA
Monette Manor
Monette, AR
01.2009 - 06.2011
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
Shift Manager
KFC Taco Bell
Walnut Ridge, AR
01.2003 - 08.2005
- Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance
- Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services
- Achieved consistent customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and professionally
- Tracked receipts, employee hours, and inventory movements
Education
Associate Of Science Degree - Early Childhood Education
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZDiploma -
Hoxie High School
Hoxie, AR05.2005
Skills
- Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- Reliability and punctuality
- Meal Preparation
- Progress Documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- ADL support
- Client Transportation
- Fast Learner
- Safety Compliance
- Medical chart documentation
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Medication Management
- Critical Thinking
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Group and individual instruction
- Complex Problem-solving
- Behavior modeling
Additional Information
Successfully passed the Parapro assessment on February 24, 2025
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESS
02.2025 - Current
Home Health Aide
Allheart Senior Care
10.2024 - Current
Direct Care Worker
Allen's Supported Living
01.2015 - 07.2016
Patient Care Technician
Ozarks Medical Center
01.2012 - 06.2013
CNA
Monette Manor
01.2009 - 06.2011
Shift Manager
KFC Taco Bell
01.2003 - 08.2005
Diploma -
Hoxie High School
Associate Of Science Degree - Early Childhood Education
Penn Foster College