April Sharp
Dixon,IL
Summary
Attentive CNA passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational and conflict management skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DSP
Kreider Sevices
Galena, Illinois
12.2017 - 05.2020
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
CNA
Prairie Ridge Of Galena
Galena, Illiois
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
CNA
Oak Crossing
Detroit Lakes, Minnesot
01.2015 - 10.2015
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Server
Olive Garden Restaurant
Surprise, Arizona
04.2002 - 01.2015
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
- Replenished food items, paper products and canned goods to keep pantry well-stocked during busy periods.
Slot Attendant
Shooing Star Casino
Mahnomen, Minnesot
02.1992 - 10.2000
- Repaired problems and maintained machines in good working order.
- Troubleshot machine malfunctions and diagnosed root causes.
- Dispensed machine payouts and provided change for players.
- Set up new loyalty memberships and updated existing accounts.
- Connected with guests on personal level to build loyalty.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Northland Community And Technical College
Thief River Falls, MNNursing
Sauk Valley Community College
Dixon, ILGED -
Northwest Christian Academy
Phoenix, AZ02.1985
Skills
- Convalescence Support
- Client Records Management
- Needs Assessment
- Patient Ambulation
- Caring Companionship
- Household Cleaning
- Ability to Lift Clients
- Time Management
- Bedside Care
- First Aid Certification
- Attentive to People
- CPR Certification
- Critical Thinking
- Incontinence Care
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
- Medication Administration
- Client Transportation
- Relationship Building
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
Certification
- Licensed CNA -
- Licensed DSP
- CPR, first aid Training
CNA, DSP, CPR certified.
I have an active CNA licensure in the state of Illinois.
I have been a DSP in the state of Illinois.
I will be renewing my CPR certification on 03/29/22, it was current and expired in OCT 2021
Timeline
CNA
Prairie Ridge Of Galena
01.2018 - 03.2020
DSP
Kreider Sevices
12.2017 - 05.2020
CNA
Oak Crossing
01.2015 - 10.2015
Server
Olive Garden Restaurant
04.2002 - 01.2015
Slot Attendant
Shooing Star Casino
02.1992 - 10.2000
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Northland Community And Technical College
Nursing
Sauk Valley Community College
GED -
Northwest Christian Academy