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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Volunteer
Timeline
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April Wood

Franklin,IL

Summary

Proven Nursing Technician with a solid background in patient care and emergency response, honed at Memorial Hospital Med Surg., St John's and current employer. Excels in vital signs monitoring, documentation, and compassionate care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Also skilled in de-escalation techniques and inmate supervision, confidentiality, documentation and research, safety and security, demonstrating high stress tolerance and professionalism in challenging environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nursing Technician

Self-employeed
02.2020 - Current

Maintained patient's safety and well being.


Assisted with activities of daily living-feeding, bathing, dressing, transferring patient with hoyer to chair or bed amd grooming.


Performed range of motion excercises for physical therapy and occupational therapy.

Customer Advocate

Blue Cross Blue Sheild
08.2018 - 02.2020
  • Handled difficult customer situations with grace and professionalism, consistently meeting first-call resolution metrics.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to high-volume customer base, resolving issues, answering inquiries and providing product information.
  • Listened to customers in actively to assess issues and provide accurate information.
  • Developed and maintained strong customer relationships by promptly addressing and resolving customer concerns.
  • Conducted thorough research to provide accurate information and resolve complex issues for customers.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, promoting trust and loyalty through excellent service.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of all client interactions, allowing for efficient follow-up and enhanced overall service quality.
  • Documented customer concerns and inquiry resolutions in internal computer system.
  • Managed multiple priorities effectively while ensuring a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks performed.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing effective solutions.
  • Researched and resolved account and service problems with friendly, knowledgeable support.

Nurse Technician

St Johns Hospital Pediatrics
08.2014 - 02.2018
  • Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
  • Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
  • Managed time effectively while multitasking between various responsibilities within a fast-paced clinical setting.
  • Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
  • Provided personal hygiene assistance, giving baths, and performing dress changes for patients.
  • Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive support to patients during daily activities.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing detailed reports on patient status during change-of-shift handovers.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult situations, fostering trust and open communication.
  • Contributed to the prevention of hospital-acquired infections by strictly following hand hygiene guidelines and utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment.

Nursing Technician

Memorial Hospital Med Surg
08.2011 - 01.2014
  • Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage, and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to stay current on industry best practices while improving professional skills related to nursing technician duties and responsibilities.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Contributed to higher patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic support and effective communication to address individual needs.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Eased transition periods between shifts through clear communication during handoff reports, accurately detailing patient status updates and care plan progress.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care management, ensuring proper dressing changes were performed according to established protocols for faster healing times.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
  • Facilitated quick response times during emergency situations by promptly initiating CPR or other life-saving interventions when necessary.
  • Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
  • Maintained stringent hygiene standards of unit with disinfection and consistent restock of all equipment.

Deputy Jailer Sergeant

Warren County Regional Jail
08.2006 - 01.2009
  • Enhanced inmate safety by conducting thorough cell searches and confiscating contraband items.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development training courses to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
  • Assisted in reducing recidivism rates by providing inmates with educational resources and support.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of facility-wide emergency drills, ensuring preparedness for potential crises within the jail setting.
  • Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain order and enforce facility rules consistently among inmates.
  • Developed strong rapport with local law enforcement agencies, facilitating effective information sharing related to inmate backgrounds or ongoing investigations.
  • Provided assistance during emergencies, effectively handling situations such as medical crises or altercations between inmates.
  • Maintained professional relationships with both colleagues and inmates, fostering an environment of mutual respect and cooperation.
  • Ensured timely and accurate recordkeeping for all inmate files, including intake documents, incident reports, and release paperwork.
  • Streamlined administrative processes by regularly updating inmate records in the database system.
  • Managed high-stress situations calmly and efficiently, de-escalating potentially dangerous incidents before they escalated further.
  • Contributed to maintaining a secure facility by diligently monitoring inmate activities and behavior.
  • Conducted regular headcounts to verify the presence of all assigned inmates within the housing unit.
  • Trained new deputy jailers on department policies, procedures, and best practices for maintaining a safe working environment within the correctional setting.
  • Utilized weapons, handcuffs, and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
  • Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
  • Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
  • Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
  • Assisted in intake and release of inmates.

Education

Certificate - Certified Nursing Technician

Lincoln Land Community College
Jacksonville, IL
09.2011

GED -

Jacksonville High School
Jacksonville, IL
01.2001

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassionate Care
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Patient Safety
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Documentation
  • Charting
  • Inmate Supervision
  • Security Procedures
  • Stress Tolerance
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Booking procedures
  • Data Entry
  • Security Protocols
  • Administration and management skills
  • Clerical abilities
  • Attention to Detail
  • File and record maintenance
  • Professionalism

Certification

Emergency Response Team, Fire/EMS


Computer Processing


Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

Volunteer

Previous


Woodson Fire Protection District- Firefighter and EMR


Morgan County Animal Control


Pregnancy Resource Center


Smiths Grove Fire Dept


Special Emergency Response Team ( Jail SERT Team)

Timeline

Nursing Technician

Self-employeed
02.2020 - Current

Customer Advocate

Blue Cross Blue Sheild
08.2018 - 02.2020

Nurse Technician

St Johns Hospital Pediatrics
08.2014 - 02.2018

Nursing Technician

Memorial Hospital Med Surg
08.2011 - 01.2014

Deputy Jailer Sergeant

Warren County Regional Jail
08.2006 - 01.2009

Certificate - Certified Nursing Technician

Lincoln Land Community College

GED -

Jacksonville High School

Emergency Response Team, Fire/EMS


Computer Processing


Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

April Wood