Caitlyn Ballou
Appalachia
Summary
Aspiring elementary teacher and current education student with a strong background in patient care, communication, and compassionate support. Skilled in managing routines, building relationships, and creating a calm, structured environment. Passionate about working with children and helping them grow both academically and emotionally. Experienced in high-pressure environments, adaptable, and grounded in strong Christian values.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Hall Nursing Home
Clintwood
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident living areas and common spaces.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement individualized care plans.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents during daily interactions.
Patient Care Technician
Mountain View Regional Hospital
Norton
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks and needs.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical team.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient rooms and common areas.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Hall Nursing Home
Big Stone Gap
06.2016 - 05.2017
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident living areas and common spaces.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement individualized care plans.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Server
KFC
03.2016 - 06.2016
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Took and processed customer orders accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining and service areas.
- Assisted in food preparation and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Responded to customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and courteously.
Education
B.Ed. - Elementary Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA 01.2021 - 07.2025
Union High School
Big Stone Gap, VirginiaCertified Nursing Assistant - Nurse Aide
Wise County Career And Technical Center
Wise, VA 08.2015 - 05.2016
Skills
- Time management
- Quick problem solver
- Maintaining privacy
- Activity planning
- Admitting support
- Trustworthy companion
- Compassionate
- Effective communication
- Flexible and adaptive
- Relationship building
- Positive role model and mentor
- Reporting and documentation
- Empathy and patience
- Effective listening
- Behavior management
Aspiring Teacher | Education Student
- Relevant coursework: Child Development, Educational Psychology, Classroom Management.Currently completing Elementary Education degree and seeking student teaching placement.
Related Experience
- Previous healthcare experience strengthened my skills in patience, time management, and working with diverse needs; skills I bring into the classroom setting.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
B.Ed. - Elementary Education
Liberty University
01.2021 - 07.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Hall Nursing Home
06.2020 - 09.2020
Patient Care Technician
Mountain View Regional Hospital
05.2017 - 09.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Hall Nursing Home
06.2016 - 05.2017
Server
KFC
03.2016 - 06.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nurse Aide
Wise County Career And Technical Center
08.2015 - 05.2016
Union High School