CAMEISHA NICHOLS
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
With over Nine (9) years of experience in patient care assistance, I have honed my skills in providing support to individuals with diverse needs. With a proven ability to adapt to changing situations, prioritize task effectively, and deliver quality care and support. Committed to promoting the well-being and success of students and patients through compassionate assistance and advocacy.
EXPERIENCE
AUGUST 2022 – CURRENT
HQ SPED TEACHER ASSISTANCE, ALTA E BUTLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PHX, AZ
• Collaborating closely with Special Education teachers to support the educational needs of students with disabilities in the classroom.
• Providing 1:1 assistance to students with learning needs, including behavioral, academic, and physical support
• Monitor student progress and behavior, and communicate regularly with teachers and parents to provide updates and feedback
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation related to student progress, behavior, and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals.
• Participate in professional development workshops, and trainings to enhance skills and knowledge in special education practices
OCTOBER 2021 – MAY 2022
PARAPROFESSIONAL (CNA), WILSON SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 7 PHX, AZ
• Teaching braille to student(s) with visual impairments
• Providing staff support in an educational and childcare environment
• Providing behavioral, instructional, and other support to students in and outside of the classroom
AUGUST 2013 – MARCH 2020
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANCE, PRIVATE IN-HOME – AHRAC NEW YORK CITY
• Provided 1:1 service to patient in accordance with the Residential Habilitation Plan collaborated with patient’s family.
• Charted daily information on patient general health appearance, including mood changes, eating patterns and daily inputs and outputs
• Conferred with physicians, psychologists, and other professionals, to develop and implement patient rehabilitation programs
• Planned, prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets
• Provide patient and families with emotional support 2
AUGUST 2017 – APRIL 2019
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANCE, MARGARET TIETZ NURSING AND REHABILATION CENTER
• Assisted patients with activities for daily living such as bathing, grooming, and meals
• Supported diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus
• Maintained patients’ records and files as per the company’s standard operating procedures
• Recorded patients’ vital signs
• Provided necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and patients for specific procedures.
EDUCATION
APRIL 2022
PHLEBOTOMY CERTIFICATION – IV (INTRAVENOUS)
OQUIRRH MOUNTAIN PHLEBOTOMY SCHOOL LLC IN PHOENIX, AZ OCTOBER 2021
PARAPROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
PHOENIX, AZ
JUN 2017
NURSE AIDE CERTIFICATION PROGRAM – completed 80 hours of extensive clinical training
NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
JAN 2017
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION TRAINING – CPR AND AED CERTIFICATION. LIFESAVERS, INC.
SKILLS/ ATTRIBUTES
• Certified Nurse Assistant
• IV Certified
• First Aid Certified
• CPR and AED Certified
• Certified Phlebotomist
• Knowledge of Braille
• Highly Qualified Special Education
Teacher Assistant (Self-contained
Classroom)
• Azella test security and Ethic Certificate
• Certificate in Professional Development
Types
• Certificate in Mandatory Reporting
• Emergency Substitute Teacher
• Valid driver’s license
• Proficient in understanding mobility
assistance to aid individuals with
diverse mobility needs.
• Care, compassion, and empathy with
patients.
• Nearly 3 years of experience in
Education sector
• Ability to provide patient-centered
care across diverse populations
3
REFERENCES
1. Minna Chavarria
C/o Alta E. Butler Elementary, Special Education Teacher
2. Aguirra Maritza
C/o Alta E. Butler Elementary, School Nurse
3. Tiffany Sewer
C/o Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates, Phlebotomist
4. Shona Jone Banfield
AHRC NEW YORK – Private hired
5. Allison H Wray
C/o NORTHWELL HEALTH