April Joyce Bussell
Albion,MI
Summary
I am a hardworking, performance focused & dedicated individual seeking a competitive and challenging environment where I can serve your organization, have opportunities for advancement and establish an enjoyable career.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Peachy Home Care
Battle Creek, Michigan
04.2021 - Current
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
- Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Home Health Aide
Oaklawn Hospital
Marshall, MI
12.2015 - 02.2021
- Performed activities for daily living (ADLs) by caring for patients and aiding with light housekeeping, eating, toileting and mobility
- Also assumed care duties for Hospice patients at end of life
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Children's Supervisor
Marshall Public Schools
Marshall, MI
01.2009 - 06.2015
- Supervised children in the cafeteria and playground areas
- Assisted with the safety & security of children by greeting children at the start of the day and handoff dismissal at the end of the day
Competency Evaluated Nursing Assistant (CENA)
Litchfield Nursing Home
Litchfield, MI
10.1999 - 03.2003
- Company Overview: Facility Now Closed
- Performed activities for daily living (ADLs) by caring for patients and aiding with eating, bathing, dressing, toileting and mobility
- Facility Now Closed
Assistant Store Manager
Subway
Jonesville, Michigan
08.1998 - 10.1999
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
- Monitored sales activities to ensure that customers receive satisfactory service and quality goods.
- Supervised a team of employees and provided ongoing training to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, stock levels and employee performance metrics.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner and addressed any issues that may arise during store hours.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, reconciling discrepancies as necessary.
- Answered customer questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone.
- Handled complaints from customers by empathetically listening, recording details and offering solutions.
- Completed frequent walk-throughs and directed team members to correct issues impacting store appearance or professionalism.
- Handled scheduling for store shifts to achieve adequate staffing.
- Maintained inventory by checking merchandise to determine levels.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Education
General Educational Development (GED) -
Jonesville High School Alternative Education
State of Michigan01.2001
Skills
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Excellent Customer Service Acumen
- Basic Computer Skills
- Experience with office equipment
- Adaptable to different environments
- Excellent Multi-Tasking Skills
- Energetic
- Proficient ADL skills
- Sensitive to others needs
- Ability to work with All Ages
- Client documentation
- Meal Preparation
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Medication Administration
- Housekeeping
- Feeding Assistance
- Behavior redirection
- Recording vital signs
References
Dorothy Esterline, Friend 20+ Years, Medical Practice Manager/Integrated Health Partners-Medical Practice Coach, 2267 Beckley Road, Battle Creek, MI, 49015, (269) 420-0449,
Kimberly Weers, Friend & Shop Owner, Milady Shop, 317 Mulberry Street, Marshall, MI, 49068, (269) 967-3788,
Anita Darling, RN, Oaklawn Wound Care Center, 13697 15 Mile Rd, Marshall, MI, 49068, (517) 879-6035, (269) 789-4905,
Jane Westphall, Instructor/Counselor, Eastern Calhoun Early College, 225 E Watson Street, Albion, MI, 49224, (517) 526-3308
Hobbies and Interests
- Christian Fellowship
- Shopping
- Reading
- Kayaking
- Camping
- Spending Time with Family and Friends
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Peachy Home Care
04.2021 - Current
Home Health Aide
Oaklawn Hospital
12.2015 - 02.2021
Children's Supervisor
Marshall Public Schools
01.2009 - 06.2015
Competency Evaluated Nursing Assistant (CENA)
Litchfield Nursing Home
10.1999 - 03.2003
Assistant Store Manager
Subway
08.1998 - 10.1999
General Educational Development (GED) -
Jonesville High School Alternative Education