Chivonda Hall
Denver,USA
Summary
Skilled Certified Nursing Assistant with solid knowledge and understanding of development factors specific to adult and geriatric residents. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Effective project leader and problem-solver with advanced programming skills and a hardworking mentality. Seeking to apply expertise and extensive experience in software engineering to take on a challenging new role with a growing team. Skilled Certified Nursing Assistant with solid knowledge and understanding of development factors specific to adult and geriatric residents. Willing to relocate: Anywhere Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
Porter Hospital
09.2025 - Current
- Sterilized surgical instruments following strict infection control protocols.
- Managed inventory of sterile supplies, ensuring availability for surgical procedures.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations during sterilization processes.
- Played a crucial role in maintaining Joint Commission accreditation through adherence to best practices in sterile processing operations.
- Improved patient safety by ensuring all surgical instruments were properly sterilized and assembled.
- Apprenticeship Program
Patient Care Technician
Porter Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Assisted patients with daily activities to promote independence and comfort.
- Maintained clean and organized patient care areas to ensure safety and hygiene standards.
- Trained new staff on protocols, equipment usage, and patient handling techniques.
PCT (Patient Care Technician)
Intermountain Healthcare
09.2022 - Current
- Provided compassionate patient care, assisting with daily living activities and monitoring vital signs.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure effective communication of patient needs and treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting changes in condition and responses to treatments swiftly.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Work in the float pool
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nursefinders
09.2017 - 08.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for nursing staff review.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy in patient records management.
- Work in float pool.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hormany Pointe Nursing
05.2015 - 06.2017
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for nursing staff review.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring effective communication with families and medical staff.
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Personal Care Assistant
Independence At Home
10.2014 - 01.2015
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Cleaned residences and care areas to ensure comfort and safety of each client.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Investigated and reported issues relating to patient care or conditions that might hinder patient well-being.
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, hygiene and grooming.
- Helped residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.
Inventory Specialist
Rgis
04.2007 - 09.2009
- Managed inventory levels to optimize stock availability and reduce excess.
- Implemented cycle counting procedures to ensure accuracy in inventory records.
- Collaborated with suppliers to enhance order fulfillment processes and improve lead times.
- Oversaw reconciliation of physical counts with system data to identify discrepancies.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
Meat Packer
Swiss Burger Brand Meat Company
11.2004 - 12.2005
- Operated machinery for efficient meat packaging and processing.
- Ensured compliance with safety and sanitation standards in all production stages.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of packaged products and materials.
- Trained new staff on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products to ensure adherence to specifications.
- Packaged and attached labeling to various meat selections.
- Sanitized surfaces to maintain cleanliness of food service area.
- Inspected meat to perform quality assurance checks.
- Packed meat in Styrofoam, plastic and paper packaging and weighed on scale for pricing.
Customer Service Representative
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd
12.1999 - 06.2003
- Delivered exceptional customer service, resolving inquiries and complaints efficiently.
- Guided customers through booking processes, ensuring clarity and satisfaction.
- Led initiatives to elevate guest experiences during onboard activities and events.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Assisted customers in navigating company website and placing online orders, improving overall user experience.
- Resolved escalated customer issues, restoring confidence in company's commitment to service excellence.
Education
College Degree - Phlebotomy
Community College of Aurora
Denver, CO05.2022
Medical Administration Assistant - undefined
Community College of Denver
Denver, CO01.2014
General Office Assistant - undefined
Community College of Denver
Denver, CO01.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Wichita Area Technical College
Wichita, KS01.2003
High School Diploma - undefined
Merto Meridian High School
Wichita, KS01.1998
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Bathing assistance
- Toileting support
- Catheter care
- Documentation accuracy
- Blood glucose testing
- Feeding assistance
- Seizure precautions
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Recording vital signs
- Bedside manner
- Electronic charting
- G-tube care
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Specimen handling
- Sample and specimen collection
- Butterfly needle technique
- Blood collection techniques
- HIPAA
- Patient support
- Blood culture collection
- Infection control
- Syringe method
- Steam sterilization
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- Decontamination procedures
- High-level disinfection
- Assembling case carts
- Instrument decontamination
- Sterile storage
- Case cart assembly
- Ultrasonic cleaning
- Computerized tracking
- Picking instruments
Certification
- Driver's License
- CNA
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
Porter Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Porter Hospital
03.2023 - Current
PCT (Patient Care Technician)
Intermountain Healthcare
09.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nursefinders
09.2017 - 08.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hormany Pointe Nursing
05.2015 - 06.2017
Personal Care Assistant
Independence At Home
10.2014 - 01.2015
Inventory Specialist
Rgis
04.2007 - 09.2009
Meat Packer
Swiss Burger Brand Meat Company
11.2004 - 12.2005
Customer Service Representative
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd
12.1999 - 06.2003
Medical Administration Assistant - undefined
Community College of Denver
General Office Assistant - undefined
Community College of Denver
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Wichita Area Technical College
High School Diploma - undefined
Merto Meridian High School
College Degree - Phlebotomy
Community College of Aurora
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