LYDIA PATTERSON
Booneville,MS
Summary
Professional administrative specialist prepared to support executive leadership with meticulous organizational and communication skills. Proven experience handling complex schedules, coordinating high-level meetings, and managing sensitive information. Known for team collaboration and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations and effective results.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant to the Vice President of Instruction
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MS
10.2022 - Current
- Attend meetings, take and disburse meeting minutes, and collaborate on ideas for improvement across divisions
- Build course schedules for each term
- Work with all departments across campus to solve student, faculty, and staff issues and answer questions
- Schedule appointments, meetings, and conferences
- Enter information into multiple systems to keep accurate records and stay updated on how to use the most recent software at the institution
- Oversee office supplies inventory, ensuring adequate resources were available while controlling costs effectively.
- Act as liaison between Vice President and faculty/staff, promoting clear communication and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Improve workflow efficiency with meticulous organization of electronic files, folders, and shared drives on a regular basis.
- Coordinate logistics for special events hosted by the Vice President's office, ensuring successful execution from planning to completion.
- Manage incoming calls professionally while filtering inquiries according to priority levels set by the Vice President.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information through proper storage methods and adherence to company policies.
- Serve as a liaison between the Vice President's office and external partners or clients to facilitate effective communication channels.
- Provide administrative support during peak periods and other emergencies, ensuring minimal disruptions to office functions and services.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Use advanced software to prepare documents and reports.
- Support students facing academic challenges by developing individualized improvement plans, including guidance on the appropriate use of the grade forgiveness policy to enhance GPA and foster long-term academic success.
Assembly Technician
Caterpillar
Corinth, MS
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Operated various tools and machinery safely and efficiently in production processes.
- Assisted in training new technicians on assembly procedures and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections of assembled products for defects and inconsistencies.
- Implemented best practices that resulted in reduced assembly time and increased efficiency.
- Assembled and aligned parts and fixtures using hand and power tools.
- Kept work areas organized, tidy, and clean for maximum productivity.
- Followed specific blueprints and diagrams to assemble components and comply with industry standards.
Preschool Teacher
First Methodist Preschool
Booneville, MS
02.2019 - 05.2022
- Attended regular professional development to stay apprised of best learning practices
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to children's developmental needs.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate children's progress and address developmental concerns.
- Evaluated curriculum effectiveness, making recommendations for continuous improvement in teaching methods.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Organized special events like field trips, holiday celebrations, or guest speakers to enhance the educational experience for students while building a sense of community within the classroom.
- Promoted physical health through organized outdoor play and activities, supporting overall well-being.
- Nurtured creativity in students by incorporating arts and crafts into curriculum, showcasing their talents.
- Conducted early literacy and math activities, laying foundation for future academic success.
Respiratory Therapist
Oxycare Plus
Tupelo, MS
09.2015 - 04.2018
- Visited patients routinely and created and implemented plans of care
- Collaborated with other medical professionals to ensure the patient was receiving the most effective and beneficial care
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to diverse patient populations.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Provided education to patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and treatment plans
Respiratory Therapist
North Mississippi Medical Center
Tupelo, MS
02.2012 - 10.2014
- Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to diverse patient populations.
- Monitored and assessed patients' respiratory conditions using advanced diagnostic tools.
- Educated patients and families on respiratory care techniques and equipment usage.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units.
- Provided emergency response assistance as part of a rapid response team.
- Maintained accurate patient records to track patients' medical history and treatment plans.
- Implemented infection control measures within the facility
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Multidisciplinary Studies
The University of Mississippi
Booneville, MS05-2026
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MS12-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MS05-2011
Skills
- Microsoft 365
- Organization and execution of meetings and events
- ARGOS
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Microsoft Excel
- BANNER
- Retrieving and organizing data across multiple systems
- Customer and client relations
- Scheduling and calendar management
Timeline
Administrative Assistant to the Vice President of Instruction
Northeast Mississippi Community College
10.2022 - Current
Assembly Technician
Caterpillar
06.2022 - 10.2022
Preschool Teacher
First Methodist Preschool
02.2019 - 05.2022
Respiratory Therapist
Oxycare Plus
09.2015 - 04.2018
Respiratory Therapist
North Mississippi Medical Center
02.2012 - 10.2014
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Multidisciplinary Studies
The University of Mississippi