Marissa Tsiras
Calgary,AB
Summary
Hardworking and experienced professional seeking a career shift from healthcare to educational support staff. Passionate about working with all children of all ages and abilities. Willingness to take on added responsibilities in order to foster a supportive, safe and enriching environment. Background in nursing, childcare, child fitness and public health.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Private Clinic
12.2019 - 02.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- 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.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
Health Care Aide
St. Therese Villa
04.2017 - 11.2019
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Camp Counselor
Camp Chief Hector YMCA
04.2016 - 09.2016
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Encouraged team building to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, issues and goal achievement.
- Mediated camper conflicts to resolve problems and maintain positive and safe camp environments.
- Administered first aid quickly to provide health and safety to campers.
- Encouraged and promoted inclusion and diversity to foster positive and respectful camp environment and teach campers to appreciate and value differences.
- Participated in camper registration and check-in processes to collect all necessary camp information and paperwork.
- Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
Private Nanny
Private Client
10.2015 - 04.2016
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
Children's Fitness Instructor
My Gym Children's Fitness Centre
09.2015 - 04.2016
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
- Used music to motivate and energize classes.
- Set up and broke down equipment before and after classes.
- Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Lethbridge Collegiate Institute
Lethbridge, AB05.2019
Skills
- Excellent Caregiving
- Positive Reinforcement
- Child development expertise
- Behavior management techniques
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience working with children with cerebral palsy and autism
- Ability to respond quickly in high stress situations
- Positive attitude
- Team Player
- Reliable and dependable
Volunteer Experience
Hope For Cerebral Pasly- Marketing & Development - 2023-2024
- Assisted executive director and co-founder with all charity operations and goals
- Event Management and Development - planned and executed a collaborative "Walk&Roll" with other shareholders and sponsors in the community
- Social Media Content Creation and Management
- Screened and assessed sponsorship candidates for intensive therapy eligibility
- Gained insight and education into the care needs and developmental goals in early childhood
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Private Clinic
12.2019 - 02.2022
Health Care Aide
St. Therese Villa
04.2017 - 11.2019
Camp Counselor
Camp Chief Hector YMCA
04.2016 - 09.2016
Private Nanny
Private Client
10.2015 - 04.2016
Children's Fitness Instructor
My Gym Children's Fitness Centre
09.2015 - 04.2016
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Lethbridge Collegiate Institute
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