Misty LeShay Burleson
Haleyville
Summary
Dependable employee seeking opportunity to expand skills and contribute to company success. Considered ethical and detail-oriented. Stays on top of demands in fast-paced environments by effectively using slow periods. Maintains organized, clean, and safe work areas with diligent attention to important details.
Disciplined professional committed to providing optimum patient care, including vital sign measurement, wheelchair assistance and personal grooming. Talented at engaging patients in conversation and social interaction to improve quality of living. Kind hearted individual with several years of experience in healthcare industry.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Instructional Aide
Brilliant Elementary/High School
Brilliant
01.2024 - Current
- Helped students realize rigorous academic goals outlined in IEPs.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, medical information, and other relevant documentation as required by law or school policy.
- Prepared materials and resources necessary for lesson plans, activities, and assessments.
- Supported students in achieving their academic goals by providing one-on-one instruction or small group tutoring.
- Monitored student progress throughout school year using informal assessments, observations, and data collection methods.
- Contributed to course instruction by preparing lesson plans and directly teaching students.
- Supervised students in cafeterias, schoolyards and other non-classroom environments.
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports.
- Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
- Participated in team meetings with other healthcare professionals about individual patient plans of care.
- Recorded observations on patient charts regarding activities of daily living, intake and output levels, vital signs.
- Promoted physical activity through leisure activities like walks, games.
- Provided training, support and guidance to new aides on how to effectively provide one-on-one aide services.
- Created a safe environment for the client by following safety protocols and utilizing appropriate safety equipment when necessary.
- Monitored dietary intake of clients to ensure proper nutrition was maintained.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients in need.
- Developed an individualized plan of care based on assessment data collected from the client or family member.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided to clients.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions as ordered by physician or therapist in order to maximize functional outcomes for the client.
- Participated in team meetings regarding progress or lack thereof towards goals established for each individual case.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
Nurse Assistant
North Mississippi Medical Center
Hamilton
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Specialized in delivering high quality care to elderly patients.
- Assisted with activities of daily living to improve patient quality of life.
- Recorded patient heart rate, pulse and blood pressure.
- Used initiative to respond quickly in emergency situations.
- Worked alongside registered nursing staff and followed care plans.
- Managed time efficiently during shifts to prioritize tasks based on urgency level.
- Documented patient care by recording observations, interventions, and outcomes in medical records.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Reported any changes in patient condition immediately to the RN or physician on duty.
- Ensured that medical equipment was properly maintained and functioning correctly.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis.
- Performed vital signs checks such as blood pressure and temperature readings for patients.
- Observed universal precautions at all times when handling infectious materials or bodily fluids.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to requests from patients in a timely manner.
- Utilized appropriate body mechanics when lifting or transferring patients from one area to another.
- Changed bed linens, cleaned patient rooms and assisted with transfers of patients in wheelchairs or beds as needed.
- Recorded observations on patient charts regarding activities of daily living, intake and output levels, vital signs.
- Helped maintain a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols such as handwashing techniques before touching any patient or equipment.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Production Worker
Masonite Inc.
Haleyville
10.2019 - 10.2023
- Collaborated with team to produce time-critical results in busy environment.
- Reported supply needs ahead of shortages to maintain consistent production.
- Counted stock on periodic basis to support inventory control.
- Adjusted work to match specifications set for different products and orders.
- Inspected and removed defective products and packaging material.
- Monitored production processes closely to identify any issues that may affect efficiency or product quality.
- Completed daily paperwork related to production numbers, quality control checks, and machine operations.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Walker Rehabilitation Center
Carbon Hill
06.2011 - 06.2012
- Assisted with admission, discharge and transfer procedures of patients according to hospital policy and procedure guidelines.
- Cleaned up spills quickly using proper safety precautions while wearing protective gear when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care, including dressing wounds and providing hygiene assistance.
- Performed vital signs checks such as blood pressure and temperature readings for patients.
- Observed universal precautions at all times when handling infectious materials or bodily fluids.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to requests from patients in a timely manner.
- Utilized appropriate body mechanics when lifting or transferring patients from one area to another.
Program Coordinator/Supervisor/Technician
Northwest Alabama Mental Health Center
Winfield
12.2006 - 07.2011
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the program, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
- Analyzed data collected from surveys, focus groups, interviews, regarding the effectiveness of the program.
- Identified areas where improvements can be made in order to increase efficiency or effectiveness.
- Provided referrals for additional resources outside the facility when appropriate.
- Participated in ongoing research projects related to mental health treatments or best practices.
- Supervised mental health technicians, providing guidance, training and feedback.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing the provision of mental health services.
- Maintained a safe environment by enforcing policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
- Assisted with the development of individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Monitored patient progress and documented observations on a daily basis.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, filing paperwork, ordering supplies.
- Conducted intake assessments and provided crisis intervention services as needed.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and progress updates.
- Documented patient interactions in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with mental health practices.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pineview Nursing Home
Winfield
02.1994 - 06.2000
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Education
High School -
Winfield City High School
Winfield, Alabama05.1996
Skills
- Data Collection
- Classroom Management
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Goal Setting
- Written Communication
- Reliability
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care
- Data documentation
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Client progress tracking
- Patient observation
- Assisting with mobility
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Special Education Instructional Aide
Brilliant Elementary/High School
01.2024 - Current
Nurse Assistant
North Mississippi Medical Center
10.2023 - 03.2024
Production Worker
Masonite Inc.
10.2019 - 10.2023
Certified Nurse Assistant
Walker Rehabilitation Center
06.2011 - 06.2012
Program Coordinator/Supervisor/Technician
Northwest Alabama Mental Health Center
12.2006 - 07.2011
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pineview Nursing Home
02.1994 - 06.2000
High School -
Winfield City High School