Shehtabbanu Shaikh
Fair Lawn,NJ
Summary
Nursing student at Bergen Community College with a strong foundation in patient care and therapeutic communication, honed through over four years of experience supporting children with autism. Demonstrates a passion for mental health and aims to leverage skills in behavioral support in a Mental Health Aide role, ultimately aspiring to become a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. Known for fostering resilience and enhancing client well-being through innovative strategies and interactive workshops.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Life Skills Coach (PT)
Passaic County Community College
09.2024 - Current
- Coach clients in life skills, enhancing communication and decision-making abilities
- Design action plans, achieving client goals and improving well-being
- Lead workshops on resume building and job readiness
- Use assessment tools to identify client strengths and growth areas
- Collaborate with clients to develop resilience strategies
- Foster group learning environments through interactive workshops on emotional intelligence and stress management, promoting peer-to-peer skill development
SI Leader
Bergen Community College
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Conduct personalized chemistry, biology, and English sessions, boosting student comprehension.
- Apply tailored teaching methods to match learning styles, enhancing academic performance.
- Utilize strong subject expertise to simplify complex concepts, improving student outcomes.
- Developed comprehensive study plans and facilitated interactive learning sessions to strengthen students' understanding of complex scientific concepts
Student Mentor
Bergen Community College
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Guide students in academic and career planning, fostering independent growth and critical thinking.
- Facilitate clear communication and constructive feedback, enhancing campus navigation skills.
- Serve as a role model, promoting healthy behaviors and positive social interactions.
- Developed comprehensive mentoring strategies to enhance student engagement and academic performance, leading to improved retention rates
Behavioral Therapist
ATAMIC THERAPY
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Documented client progress and treatment plans to ensure accurate record-keeping
- Implemented and evaluated therapy plans to tailor treatment to individual needs
- Discussed therapy plans with clients to ensure understanding and collaboration
- Monitored patient progress closely to track improvements and adjust therapy as needed
Instructor Therapist
New Herizons
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Conducted patient evaluations and developed customized treatment plans to address problematic behaviors
- Taught academic learning strategies and life skills to patients
- Provided feedback to patients and their families on progress and improvements
- Kept detailed records of treatments and improvements for documentation purposes
Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmasave Drugs
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Assisted pharmacists with medication preparation and inventory management, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Provided exceptional customer service, improving patient satisfaction scores.
- Managed prescription orders and ensured accurate data entry, reducing errors by a noticeable margin.
- Collaborated with team to streamline operations, resulting in improved service delivery.
- Supported daily pharmacy operations, contributing to a more organized and effective work environment.
- Processed prescriptions, maintained accurate patient records, and coordinated with healthcare providers to ensure medication safety protocols
Screener
Scarborough Health Network
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Conducted health screenings, ensuring safety compliance for over 500 daily visitors.
- Implemented efficient procedures, reducing wait times and enhancing visitor experience.
- Collaborated with medical staff, improving communication and response times.
- Identified and addressed potential health risks, maintaining a safe environment.
- Utilized strong interpersonal skills to manage high-stress situations effectively.
- Conducted health screening protocols during COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring strict adherence to safety guidelines and maintaining accurate documentation
Education
Associate's degree - Nursing
Bergen Community College
02.2025
Bachelor of Science - BS - Psychology and Biology
University of Toronto
12.2022
Skills
- Social behaviors
- Life skills counseling
- Documenting sessions
- Skill development
- Applied behavior analysis
- Data collection
- Vital signs monitoring
- Quality of care standards
- ADL assistance
- Patient monitoring
- Medication administration
- Patient feeding
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Driver's License
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Life Skills Coach (PT)
Passaic County Community College
09.2024 - Current
SI Leader
Bergen Community College
09.2023 - 03.2024
Student Mentor
Bergen Community College
01.2023 - 12.2023
Instructor Therapist
New Herizons
03.2022 - 09.2022
Behavioral Therapist
ATAMIC THERAPY
10.2021 - 12.2022
Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmasave Drugs
03.2021 - 09.2021
Screener
Scarborough Health Network
03.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - BS - Psychology and Biology
University of Toronto
- First Aid Certification
- Driver's License
- CPR Certification
Associate's degree - Nursing
Bergen Community College
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