Crystal Anderson
Jennings,USA
Summary
Currently enrolled nursing student with hands-on experience in clinical settings, focusing on patient care and medication administration under instructor supervision. Demonstrates strengths in compassionate communication, critical thinking, and empathy, ensuring optimal support for patients across diverse healthcare environments. Proven ability to navigate fast-paced settings and collaborate effectively within teams to enhance patient outcomes through dedicated nursing practices and ethical standards.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nursing Student
Sowela Technical Community College
Lake Charles, Louisiana
01.2026 - Current
- Assessed physical condition of patients by taking vital signs, checking skin color and condition, listening for abnormal breath sounds.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any changes to the supervising nurse or physician.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, such as wound dressing changes, IV therapy, and medication administration.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments rendered and medications administered during shift.
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
- Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
- Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Observed and communicated changes in patient's condition to registered nurse on duty.
- Participated in clinical simulations and workshops to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
- Assisted in patient care activities under supervision of registered nurse, including bathing, feeding, and dressing.
- Assisted with mobility, including transferring patients using appropriate lifting techniques.
- Supported the administration of IV medications and fluids under close supervision.
- Assisted in patient assessments and documented vital signs accurately.
- Administered medications and monitored patients for side effects.
- Maintained clean and organized patient care environments consistently.
Substitute Teacher K-12
Jeff Davis Parish School Board
Jennings, USA
03.2024 - 12.2025
- Executed lesson plans from regular teacher to maintain educational continuity.
- Maintained safe, orderly environment conducive to learning through effective classroom management techniques.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, and during outdoor activities.
- Reported student progress, attendance, and behavioral updates to principal and regular teacher daily.
- Adapted quickly to various classroom layouts and teaching methodologies across subjects.
- Utilized diverse teaching techniques to motivate students and support academic growth.
- Instructed small groups or individual students needing extra help or attention.
- Established positive relationships with administrators, teachers, and parents.
Optician Technician
Walmart Vision Center / Walmart Pharmacy
Lake Charles, USA
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Managed inventory and handled insurance claims efficiently, improving operational workflows.
- Maintained detailed client records for accurate prescription interpretation.
- Assisted patients in selecting frames and lenses based on lifestyle needs and budget constraints.
- Scheduled appointments, verified insurance coverage, and ensured accurate patient documentation.
- Collected comprehensive customer measurements, including pupillary distance and frame specifications.
- Dispensed eyeglasses according to precise prescription requirements, ensuring patient satisfaction.
- Performed diagnostic evaluations and documented vision tests while preparing examination rooms.
- Repaired broken frames using soldering tools, upholding quality standards throughout processes.
Cashier/Customer Service
Stine
Jennings, USA
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Interacted with customers at point of sale, ensuring accurate greeting and service.
- Processed purchases on cash register, accepting various payment methods with precision.
- Maintained courteous demeanor throughout customer interactions to enhance experience.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries, delivering exceptional service consistently.
- Handled cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately during peak hours.
- Collaborated with team members to facilitate smooth store operations.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to uphold satisfaction levels.
- Operated cash register efficiently, processing payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card, or automatic debit.
Records Clerk
City of Jennings Police Department
Jennings, USA
10.2018 - 06.2022
- Maintained and managed official police records, including criminal reports, citations, and incident documentation.
- Processed and filed police reports in both electronic and physical formats.
- Implemented security protocols to safeguard confidential information within databases.
- Assisted officers with record retrieval for ongoing investigations and case reviews.
- Strictly adhered to confidentiality protocols to protect sensitive information.
- Provided access to documents and records for authorized personnel.
- Performed administrative duties including answering calls, data entry, and locating files as needed.
- Managed inventory of office supplies to ensure departmental efficiency.
Communication Officer
City of Jennings Police Department
Jennings, USA
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Emergency and non-emergency calls from the public are received, critical information is gathered, and the appropriate police units are dispatched to respond.
- This crucial role involves coordinating field operations through communication systems to ensure timely and effective law enforcement action.
Postal Clerk
United States Postal Service
Lafayette, USA
12.2011 - 08.2015
- Managed office opening and closing procedures, ensuring efficient operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries about postal services.
- Sorted incoming mail into designated categories, facilitating streamlined distribution.
- Processed outgoing mail by weighing and affixing correct postage labels.
- Maintained accurate financial records for cash payments, checks, and credit card transactions.
- Assisted customers with change of address forms and reports of lost or stolen mail.
- Verified compliance with USPS regulations while handling sensitive materials.
- Operated point-of-sale system for quick and accurate processing of money orders.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Practice
SOWELA Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA12-2027
Skills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Patient care and assessment
- Customer service and relations
- Insurance verification and management
- Appointment scheduling and inventory control
- Sales management and merchandising
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Medical office experience and HIPAA compliance
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Data entry and record keeping
- Team leadership and management
- Problem solving and decision making
- Time management and multitasking
- Geriatric care and infection control
Certification
BLS Certification, 07/01/25, 07/31/27
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Languages
English
Affiliations
Volunteer; LCMH/ Annual High school sports physicals
Timeline
Clinical Nursing Student
Sowela Technical Community College
01.2026 - Current
Optician Technician
Walmart Vision Center / Walmart Pharmacy
03.2025 - 09.2025
Cashier/Customer Service
Stine
05.2024 - 09.2024
Substitute Teacher K-12
Jeff Davis Parish School Board
03.2024 - 12.2025
Records Clerk
City of Jennings Police Department
10.2018 - 06.2022
Communication Officer
City of Jennings Police Department
03.2018 - 10.2018
Postal Clerk
United States Postal Service
12.2011 - 08.2015
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Practice
SOWELA Technical Community College