Shawnee Lawrence
Eagle Butte,SD
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated professional with experience at Medicine Wheel Village, excelling in patient care and HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort through empathetic communication and reliable teamwork. Skilled in direct patient care, ensuring dignity and safety while promoting independence and well-being. Committed to fostering positive relationships and improving care quality.
Developed skills in supportive and inclusive educational environment, demonstrating ability to adapt to diverse student needs and work collaboratively with educators. Looking to transition into new field, leveraging strong communication and organizational abilities. Dedicated to applying these transferable skills to contribute effectively in any professional setting.
Positive, patient, and empathetic, with natural ability to connect with students and support their unique learning needs. Possesses foundational understanding of educational strategies and classroom management, with skills in assisting with lesson plans and providing one-on-one support. Committed to fostering supportive and inclusive environment that promotes student success.
Experienced with providing instructional support to students with special needs. Utilizes effective communication and collaborative skills to foster supportive learning environment. Knowledge of behavior management techniques and individualized education plans.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Head Start Program
09.2024 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medicine Wheel Village
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Oglala Lakota College
05-2027
High School Diploma -
Cheyenne - Eagle Butte High School
Eagle Butte, SD05-2022
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Head Start Program
09.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medicine Wheel Village
05.2022 - 01.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Oglala Lakota College
High School Diploma -
Cheyenne - Eagle Butte High School
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