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Overview
Work History
Education
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Chelsea Ferguson

Chelsea Ferguson

Rome,GA

Summary

Certified Nursing Assistant with 10 years of experience in hospital, memory care, assisted living, and in-home settings. Also obtaining my Class A CDL with 3 years of experience driving Over-the-Road. Seeking employment to further my career.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

KLLM Expedited
01.2023 - Current
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.

Truck Driver

Western Express
09.2022 - 01.2023
  • Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
  • Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating electronic logs and submitting required paperwork in a timely manner.
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.

Data Entry Clerk

Livanta LLC
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Followed established procedures to enter and process data correctly.
  • Organized, sorted, and checked input data against original documents.
  • Verified entered data against source documents to maintain consistency across multiple platforms within the organization.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive client information, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies.

Certified Nursing Assistant

1Care Hospice
03.2021 - 07.2022
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

Travel CNA

Fusion Medical Staffing
12.2020 - 03.2021
  • Developed strong rapport with patients through empathetic listening skills and effective communication techniques that eased anxiety during transitions between facilities.
  • Exhibited strong organizational skills by efficiently managing workloads in fast-paced environments with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical skills in various settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, and private homes.
  • Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations.

Patient Care Technician

Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center
02.2020 - 12.2020
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
  • Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Procare Hospice
06.2018 - 01.2020
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center
08.2016 - 06.2018
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.

Home Health Aide

Professional Healthcare Services
09.2014 - 12.2016
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Critical Nurse Staffing
04.2015 - 05.2016
  • Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming to maintain patient hygiene and dignity.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by actively listening and addressing concerns or requests promptly.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients at home.
  • Reduced caregiver burden by providing respite care services that allowed family members time away from caregiving duties.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.

Infant Teacher

Bright Horizons
12.2013 - 09.2014
  • Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
  • Maintained a safe, nurturing environment for infants by adhering to health and safety regulations.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Managed personal hygiene requirements with frequent diaper changes, use of bibs, and monitoring of behaviors.

Hospice CNA

Angel Eye Hospice
02.2013 - 08.2013
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.

In-Store Brand Representative

Justice Tween Brands
08.2012 - 03.2013
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly sales targets and maintain a positive work environment.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized product recommendations and addressing inquiries promptly.
  • Implemented creative strategies for visual displays that attracted more foot traffic into the store.
  • Developed rapport with clientele through personalized follow-ups resulting in increased loyalty towards our brand.

Education

No Degree - Class A CDL

Swift Driving Academy
Phoenix, AZ
08.2022

GED -

Hawaii National Guard Youth Challenge Academy
Kapolei, HI
12.2011

Skills

  • Safe Driving
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Class A Commercial Driver's License
  • Long-haul driving
  • GPS and route planning
  • Patient Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Basic Life Support
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge

Timeline

Truck Driver

KLLM Expedited
01.2023 - Current

Truck Driver

Western Express
09.2022 - 01.2023

Data Entry Clerk

Livanta LLC
02.2022 - 07.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

1Care Hospice
03.2021 - 07.2022

Travel CNA

Fusion Medical Staffing
12.2020 - 03.2021

Patient Care Technician

Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center
02.2020 - 12.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Procare Hospice
06.2018 - 01.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center
08.2016 - 06.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

Critical Nurse Staffing
04.2015 - 05.2016

Home Health Aide

Professional Healthcare Services
09.2014 - 12.2016

Infant Teacher

Bright Horizons
12.2013 - 09.2014

Hospice CNA

Angel Eye Hospice
02.2013 - 08.2013

In-Store Brand Representative

Justice Tween Brands
08.2012 - 03.2013

No Degree - Class A CDL

Swift Driving Academy

GED -

Hawaii National Guard Youth Challenge Academy
Chelsea Ferguson