Shyla Bolen
Dacono
Summary
Service-oriented and resourceful with in-depth clinical skills and assessment training. Support patient personal care and hygiene needs with diligent assistance. Organized in keeping supplies stocked and equipment sterilized for use. Provides quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Early Childhood Educator devoted to successfully preparing children for a full educational career. Committed to teaching students good studying habits at young ages. Attends professional development seminars, faculty meetings and parent-teacher conferences to remain connected to the needs of children and parents.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Christ Fellowship Church Child Development Center
09.2024 - Current
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
CNA
Private Care
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Patient Care Technician
Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Delivered high-quality care to rehabilitation patients in hospital facility.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Private Nanny
Care.com Inc
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
Caregiver
AltaVita Senior Residences
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
Toddler Teacher
Foundations Learning Academy
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
Education
GED -
Laramie County Community College
Cheyenne, WY03-2019
Skills
- Daycare management
- Social skill building
- Certified in early childhood education
- Group and individual instruction
- Vital signs monitoring
- Time management
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Infection control practices
- Emotional support
- Sterilization techniques
- Infection prevention
- Bed preparation
Certification
- BLS Certification, American Heart Association - April/2024
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Christ Fellowship Church Child Development Center
09.2024 - Current
CNA
Private Care
06.2024 - 08.2024
Patient Care Technician
Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2024 - 06.2024
Private Nanny
Care.com Inc
10.2021 - 02.2022
Caregiver
AltaVita Senior Residences
08.2021 - 10.2021
Toddler Teacher
Foundations Learning Academy
04.2019 - 08.2019
GED -
Laramie County Community College
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