Sarah Collison
Visalia
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated professional with experience supporting individuals with mental and physical disabilities. Skilled in promoting safety, health, and well-being through open communication, safe work practices, and CNA training. Passionate about enhancing clients’ quality of life with personalized care.
Currently pursuing an Associate Degree in Nursing and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, expected May 2026.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraeducator
Pleasant Grove High School
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Supported autistic students with learning disabilities by implementing personalized learning strategies.
- Guided students through emotional and behavioral challenges, including anxiety, depression, and OCD.
- Monitored students, maintained a structured learning environment, and resolved classroom conflicts.
C.N.A./Caregiver
Brightstar Care
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Built strong connections with healthcare professionals, clients, and families.
- Provided exceptional, adaptable geriatric care, including hospice and post-acute care, to private clients.
- Supported 15+ residents with daily needs, emotional well-being, disability adaptation, and independence.
Home Health Aide
Fling Family
05.2019 - 08.2022
- Guided clients through prescribed exercises, including active and passive range-of-motion activities, to sustain mobility.
- Provided empathetic emotional support and conflict resolution for clients and families during challenging periods.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, supporting clients and families with dignity and sensitivity.
Caregiver
Reliance Care
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with doctors and registered nurses to create and assess client care plans.
- Established health and safety protocols to enhance clients' overall well-being.
- Recorded client details on patient charts and relayed status updates to the care team.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona State University
05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
California State University Sacramento
Sacramento, CA05.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Granite Bay High school
Granite Bay, CA05.2017
Skills
- Communication: Conflict resolution, excellent listener and communicator, providing confidentiality, and team leadership
- Soft: Compassion, patience, and empathy, ability to adapt and overcome challenging situations
- Technical: Time management, organization, project coordination, critical thinking, and problem-solving
- Computer: Proficient in computer, Word, and Excel skills
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant C.D.P.H. Certificate No. 01237300
Expires: 2025-08-30
- Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Program American Heart Association
Expires: 2026-04-30
Timeline
Paraeducator
Pleasant Grove High School
01.2023 - 05.2024
C.N.A./Caregiver
Brightstar Care
08.2022 - 05.2024
Home Health Aide
Fling Family
05.2019 - 08.2022
Caregiver
Reliance Care
08.2017 - 08.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Granite Bay High school
Associate Degree - Nursing
College of The Sequoias
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
California State University Sacramento
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