Siera Burch
Columbia
Summary
Great skill worker, entrepreneur, personal and professional experience working with disabled persons (children and elderly)
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Thekey
09.2023 - Current
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans, addressing specific needs and goals of each patient.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by healthcare providers, improving patient comfort and mobility.
Special Needs School Bus Driver
Howard County Public School System
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Safeguarded student welfare by promptly addressing medical emergencies or other concerns according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with school staff in developing individualized transportation plans for special needs students, ensuring their safety and comfort during transit.
- Supported special needs students by effectively communicating with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding individual requirements.
- Improved on-time arrival rates by diligently planning efficient routes and managing unforeseen circumstances.
- Demonstrated expertise in operating wheelchair lifts and securing mobility devices within the bus to ensure safe transport for all passengers.
- Maintained compliance with federal and state regulations governing the transportation of special needs students in a school setting.
- Contributed to the overall success of the school''s special needs program by reliably transporting students to extracurricular activities, field trips, and appointments.
- Reduced behavioral incidents through consistent enforcement of established rules and clear communication of expectations to students.
- Enhanced safety by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the school bus.
- Increased parent satisfaction through regular communication about their child''s transportation experience and responsiveness to feedback or concerns raised.
- Ensured student satisfaction by maintaining a clean, comfortable, and well-organized bus environment.
- Minimized disruptions to schedules by quickly adapting to route changes and traffic conditions for timely arrivals at destinations.
- Demonstrated professionalism and a strong work ethic by consistently arriving early, preparing the bus, and being available for additional duties as needed.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and events promoting inclusivity among special needs students.
- Promoted positive relationships with students, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that respected each child''s unique needs.
Student Aide
Baltimore City Public School System
01.2012 - 05.2013
- Served as a positive role model for students through consistent demonstration of respect, kindness, and responsibility.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a clean and orderly learning environment.
- Communicated regularly with teachers about individual student needs or concerns to ensure appropriate interventions were implemented promptly.
- Helped maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and other relevant information for teacher reference.
- Organized materials for lessons and activities, enabling efficient transitions between topics within the classroom setting.
- Enhanced student understanding by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions in various subjects.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Promoted student success by monitoring progress and providing individualized support as needed.
- Developed rapport with diverse groups of students through active listening skills while offering academic guidance.
- Managed resources effectively, maintaining an organized inventory of educational materials for easy access during classroom instruction.
- Aided in the implementation of school-wide initiatives, contributing to positive change within the educational setting.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions, and directed individuals to office locations.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
- Maintained laboratory safety by demonstrating equipment and techniques.
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
Education
Health Information Management And Technology - Health Sciences
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL11.2019
Skills
- Patient care
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- First aid and safety
- Mobility support
- Care plan management
- Client documentation
- Documentation
- Behavioral support
- Home safety assessments
- ADL support
- Interpersonal communication
- Care plan adherence
- Behavior redirection
- Schedule management
- Patient advocacy
- State Driver's license
- Patient education
- Emotional support
- Safety procedures
- Crisis intervention
Certification
First Aid
CPR
BLS
Working in the community centers volunteer at children’s schools for field trips and field days
School field trips
Boys and Girls Club
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Thekey
09.2023 - Current
Special Needs School Bus Driver
Howard County Public School System
09.2016 - 06.2018
Student Aide
Baltimore City Public School System
01.2012 - 05.2013
Health Information Management And Technology - Health Sciences
Ultimate Medical Academy
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