Shannon Fawcett
Grove City,OH
Summary
Experienced with providing personalized care in home health settings, ensuring client comfort and well-being. Utilizes strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trust and rapport with clients and their families. Knowledge of assisting with daily living activities, ambulation,housekeeping, medication reminders, patient transport, meal preparation and monitoring health status. I have experience with all age groups and a wide range of disorders that include: Alzheimer's, Autism and Down Syndrome. I have experience with caring for Cancer patients, Multiple sclerosis , and brain tumor patients in their home. I also have bedside caregiving experience with a Hospice patient in their home. .
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Driver
South Western City Schools
Grove City, OH
01.2006 - Current
- Ensured safe and timely transportation of students to and from school.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections to maintain operational safety standards.
- Collaborated with school staff to coordinate routes and schedules effectively.
- Provided assistance in emergency situations, ensuring student safety at all times.
- Developed strategies to improve route efficiency, enhancing overall service reliability.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary bus interior by regularly inspecting for cleanliness, removing trash, and reporting necessary repairs to management.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Communicated regularly with central dispatch teams to report delays and route changes.
- Received excellent customer reviews for friendly, punctual transport services.
- Kept accurate records of daily logs, incident reports, maintenance checklists, and fuel consumption data for company reference.
- Developed strong rapport with regular passengers by providing friendly service, remembering names, engaging in conversations when appropriate.
- Remained current on local traffic regulations and attended regular training sessions to maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices.
- Maintained [State] driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Contributed to company reputation for reliability by maintaining an exceptional attendance record and punctuality rate.
- Handled emergency situations with calm and decisive actions, safeguarding passengers and vehicle.
- Operated specialized bus equipment to accommodate diverse mobility needs.
- Communicated effectively with parents and school staff regarding student needs and concerns.
- Increased parent satisfaction through regular communication about their child''s transportation experience and responsiveness to feedback or concerns raised.
- Collaborated with special education professionals to address individual student requirements.
- Safeguarded student welfare by promptly addressing medical emergencies or other concerns according to established protocols.
- Demonstrated expertise in operating wheelchair lifts and securing mobility devices within the bus to ensure safe transport for all passengers.
- Managed challenging situations involving student behavior with patience, empathy, and effective problem-solving skills that prioritized safety for all involved.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and events promoting inclusivity among special needs students.
Education
High School Diploma -
Buckeye Valley
Delaware, OHSkills
- Clean driving record
- Safety-focused
- Patient care
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Bathing assistance
- Housekeeping
- Dressing assistance
- Light housekeeping
- Dementia care
- Compassionate communication
- Patient transfers
- Housekeeping duties
- Mobility assistance
- First aid and safety
- Behavioral support
- Patient education
- Safety procedures
- Emotional support
- Bedside care
- Client documentation
- Infection control
- Interpersonal communication
- Schedule management
- Patient transportation
- Patient advocacy
- Care plan implementation
- Ambulation assistance
- Progress documentation
- Care plan adherence
- Nutrition management
- Physical therapy support
- Teamwork
- Elder care
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Emotional support and companionship
Timeline
Bus Driver
South Western City Schools
01.2006 - Current
High School Diploma -
Buckeye Valley