Saudia Turner
Monroe
Summary
Driven professional with a strong background in supporting diverse needs across educational and healthcare settings, notably with the Ouachita Parish School Board. Excelled in behavior management and effective communication, enhancing student support and patient care. Demonstrated ability to deliver individualized assistance and foster positive environments, leveraging skills in both team collaboration and patient empathy.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Ouachita Parish School Board
08.2018 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
Patient Care Assistant
Methodist Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
Front Desk Receptionist
Dr. Chris X Chen Medical Cardiology
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
Education
Associate of Science -
Texas Southern University
Houston, TXMedical Assistant
The College of Health Care Professions
Houston, TX11.2007
High School Diploma -
Carroll High School
Monroe, La05.1998
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Effective Communication
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
Additional Information
I love to meet new people and to learn new things. I am a dependable and responsible person who is career driven . My job is a top priority to me . For the 2022-2023 school year I was named "Support Staff of the Year " by my colleagues which was an honor to be selected over other highly qualified nominees. I'm seeking growth and change in a profession that is so high in demand.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Ouachita Parish School Board
08.2018 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Methodist Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2018
Front Desk Receptionist
Dr. Chris X Chen Medical Cardiology
01.2007 - 01.2011
Associate of Science -
Texas Southern University
Medical Assistant
The College of Health Care Professions
High School Diploma -
Carroll High School
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