Chevelle Finister
Jonesville ,LA
Summary
Ambitious, yet detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings as well as community-based living. A team member offering outstanding patient-focused experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Familiar with advanced medical terminology, procedures, and multitasking abilities. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, privacy, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant /Direct Service Worker
Blessings At Home LLC
05.2017 - Current
- Follow Certified Nursing Assistant performance standards and perform duties according to nursing service policies, and procedures.
- Adhere to professional standards, home care policies, and state or local requirements.
- Comply with HIPPA and patient care privacy
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, dressing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and cooking needs, while monitoring intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Provide companionship and emotional support for patient. Provide comfort and resources for family members.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Licensed Driver
Certified Nurse Assistant
Delta Med Clinic, LLC
10.2021 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medical Scribe Assistant
Team Healthcare, LLC
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, patient waiting areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, high blood pressure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Performed lab specimen, blood draw, and prepared labeling for shipping to local lab for testing.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs, answering calls, and updating patients with lab results, via phone and or by email through encrypted result portals.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Assistant Store Manager
YNOT STOP
04.2017 - 07.2019
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
- Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
- Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
- Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
- Created and maintained safe and secure work environments for employees.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Assure that shift receipts are properly balanced and make bank deposits as required.
- Load in-store ATM machine as needed.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
- Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Analyzed customer feedback and implemented strategies to improve customer experience.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors to facilitate timely product delivery.
- Assisted with unloading truck freight and stocking inventory in the store.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Complete ServSafe Food Handling, Manager and Responsible Alcohol Training courses
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant
Central Louisiana Technical Community College
Ferriday, LA05.2012
Academics - General Education
Block High School
Jonesville, LA05.1999
Skills
- Compassionate
- Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
- Friendly, Outgoing Personality
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Observing of Responses, Documenting Behaviors and Vital Signs
- Care Plan Implementation
- Assist with Activities of Daily Living and Meal Planning
- Medical Terminology Knowledge and Diagnostics
- Blood Draw/ Specimen Collection
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- Strict compliance with HIPPA and Patient Privacy
- Strong Computer Skills
- Ability to Work Well With Others
- Valid Louisiana Driver's License
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Responding to Emergencies
- Louisiana Certified Nursing Certification
Accomplishments
- Achieved Computer Data Entry Certificate by completing Skills test with accuracy and efficiency.
- Completed ServSafe Manager Training for Food Handling and Alcohol Certification
- Achieved Customer Service Certificate by completing Skills Course with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of staff 15+ members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Licensed Louisiana Certified Nurse Assistant - 2012
Timeline
Certified Nurse Assistant
Delta Med Clinic, LLC
10.2021 - 06.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medical Scribe Assistant
Team Healthcare, LLC
07.2021 - 09.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant /Direct Service Worker
Blessings At Home LLC
05.2017 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
YNOT STOP
04.2017 - 07.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Central Louisiana Technical Community College
Academics - General Education
Block High School
- Licensed Louisiana Certified Nurse Assistant - 2012
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