Michele Jackson
Fort Stewart
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in healthcare and community activities. Skilled in program development, team building, and volunteer recruitment. Committed to improving resident well-being and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Activity Director
Stoneybrook Assisted Living
Manhattan, KS
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Developed engaging recreational programs tailored to resident interests and abilities.
- Organized daily activities, ensuring a vibrant community environment for residents.
- Facilitated group events that encouraged social interaction and physical wellness.
- Supervised volunteer staff in the planning and implementation of various activities, ensuring a high level of service was consistently provided for all residents.
- Monitored resident feedback to continuously improve program offerings and effectiveness.
- Fostered partnerships with local organizations to enrich activity resources and opportunities.
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Integrated cognitive stimulation techniques into daily programming for improved mental health outcomes among participants suffering from dementia or related conditions.
- Maintained running inventory of supplies and purchases to monitor budget expenditures.
Medication Aide
Stoneybrook Assisted Living
Manhattan, KS
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Administered medications accurately to patients following established protocols.
- Monitored patient responses to medications and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in maintaining medication inventory and ensured proper storage conditions.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to update patient care plans based on medication needs.
- Documented medication administration and patient interactions in electronic health records.
- Took patient vital signs, weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization within the medication storage area, reducing potential risks associated with cross-contamination.
- Respond promptly and efficiently to emergencies.
- Maintain inventory of residents' medications and reorder when necessary.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Stoneybrook Assisted Living
Manhattan, KS
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety for residents.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence among residents.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained accurate patient records, enhancing communication within the care team.
- Trained new staff on best practices for resident care and support protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures, maintaining a safe living environment.
- Advocated for resident needs, fostering a compassionate and respectful atmosphere.
Health Aide Screener
Veterans Affairs
Honolulu, HI
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Screen patients and staff prior to entering the VA clinic with a series of Covid-19 questions and temperature validation.
- Conduct a daily count of all visitors, vendors, and patients entering the facility.
- Assist visitors and patients with directions inside the facility.
- Assisted medical staff with Covid-19 and Influenza clinics at the facility as well as out in the community.
- Answer phone calls in a timely and courteous manner.
- Stock supplies daily.
- Alert triage nurses of any medical emergencies.
School Nurse (substitute)
DODEA Schools
Pyeongtaek, South Korea
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Provided excellent care for children with chronic illnesses such asthma, diabetes and food allergies.
- Assisted medical professionals by conducting visual acuity tests and audiometry evaluations.
- Safely administered prescribed medications.
- Assessed and treated an array of student and staff illnesses and injuries.
- Conducted thorough documentation of events that occurred throughout the day.
Certified Nursing Assistant
ComForCare
Chester, VA
02.2015 - 02.2017
- Assist client with ADL's
- Prepare Healthy meals
- Provide wound care and dressing changes
- Conduct light housekeeping
- Administer medications
- Assist client with ambulating
- Engage in mind stimulating activities.
- Assist client with active range of motion.
- Oxygen care.
- Obtain vitals.
- Transport client to and from medical and dental appointments
- Provide thorough documentation.
Behavioral Health Technician
Behavioral Health Care
Clarksville, TN
05.2013 - 10.2013
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to treatment team
- Assisted in implementing individualized care plans for diverse populations
- Conducted therapeutic activities to promote emotional and social development
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes
- Assist patients with activities of daily living
Education
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Psychology
Argosy University
Orange, CA08.2018
Skills
- Excellent organizational, and communication skills
- Program development
- Volunteer recruitment
- Team building
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
Timeline
Activity Director
Stoneybrook Assisted Living
11.2023 - 03.2024
Medication Aide
Stoneybrook Assisted Living
07.2022 - 03.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Stoneybrook Assisted Living
03.2022 - 03.2024
Health Aide Screener
Veterans Affairs
09.2021 - 12.2021
School Nurse (substitute)
DODEA Schools
08.2017 - 06.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
ComForCare
02.2015 - 02.2017
Behavioral Health Technician
Behavioral Health Care
05.2013 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Psychology
Argosy University
Employee of the Quarter, Employee of the year voted on by the residents.
The residents at Stoneybrook Assisted Living unanimously voted for me as their employee of the Quarter, and then again for employee of the year. With each stating that the level of care and compassion that I have shown to each of them throughout my time working with them to be top tier.