Dajunique Palmer
Chicago,IL
Summary
I am a dedicated, hardworking, and motivated professional with 6 years of active duty experience as a US Army Soldier, transitioning to a civilian career. Willing to learn, work hard and lead by example.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Rush Medical Center
Chicago, IL
06.2024 - Current
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Human Resources Assistant
US Army
Fort Campbell North, KY
11.2020 - 09.2022
- Serving as custodian of classified documents.
- Track personnel and supplies within the company.
- Track and filed administrative paperwork and personnel folders.
- Review disciplinary and other adverse actions and made recommendations.
- Organized training sessions for newly recruited soldiers on topics such as Army policies and procedures.
- Use different programs, and systems on the computer.
- Supply information, control data for the Soldiers and their family members.
- Collaborated with supervisors to ensure that military members met performance standards necessary for promotion.
- Conducted new soldier in-processing and out-processing, ensuring timely completion of all required paperwork.
- Prepared separation documents for departing service members.
- Provided advice on military regulations concerning pay entitlements, benefits, transfers, separations and other personnel matters.
Squad Leader
US Army
Fort Bliss, TX
02.2018 - 11.2020
- Assessed complex documentation for combat, weapon systems and anti-terrorism programs.
- Inspected soldier's equipment before departure from forward operating base.
- Developed operational plans for assigned missions.
- Trained squad members in the use of small arms, crew served weapons, and demolitions.
- Monitored ammunition expenditure rates during combat operations.
- Stored and safeguarded classified information to maintain utmost confidentiality.
- Signed & responsible for over 50+ million dollars worth of government property.
- Trained multinational partners, contractors and foreign nationals to develop war-fighting and defense capabilities.
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
- Maintained over 40 pieces of property and equipment for the United States Government.
- Instructed personnel in de-escalation and conflict resolution techniques for use in foreign national negotiations and cooperative actions.
- Led fire teams during battle drills and training exercises.
- Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
- Supervised logistical functions supporting Division operations.
- Directed logistical training procedures in accordance with military regulations.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
- Audited hazardous waste weekly to assist with pick-up scheduling and maintain necessary safety controls.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in no complaints or incidents
Petroleum Supply Specialist
US Army
Fort Bliss, TX
10.2016 - 11.2020
- Oversaw receiving, shipping and storage of F24 fuel.
- Oversaw and responsible of fuel operations for in-state and overseas missions
- Checked controls and adjusted settings to maintain optimum temperature and pressure.
- Removed oil spills and performed general cleaning duties to keep units tidy and safe.
- Communicated with other workers by telephone and radio to coordinate pump operations.
- Inspected pipelines, tightened connections and lubricated valves.
- Completed daily well checks, including measuring tanks, checking flow lines and recording pressures.
- Documented results of each inspection and reported non-conforming parts.
- Completed inspections and quality checks before, during and after missions. Utilized and calibrated gauges to maintain accuracy of assessments.
- Monitored process indicators, instruments, gauges and meters to identify problems and reported findings to the appointed official.
- Updated daily logs with DA Form 3643 and DA Form 3644 data to meet internal standards and regulatory demands.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
City of Chicago Colleges- Malcolm X
Chicago, IL12-2025
CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant )
City of Chicago Colleges- Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL05-2023
High School Diploma -
Sullivan House High School
Chicago, IL06-2015
Skills
- Benefits Administration
- Personnel Records Maintenance
- Communication Management
- Effective Planning
- Microsoft Office, DocuSign, PowerPoint and Excel
- First Aid Training/CPR
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Personnel Management
- Training and Mentoring
- Decision-Making
- Personnel Engagement
- Conflict Resolution
- Strategic Planning
- Relationship Building
- Team Leadership
Certification
- CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)
- BLS Certified
Accomplishments
- National Defense Service Medal
- Army Service Ribbon
- Korean Defense Service Medal
- Good Conduct Medal
- Army Achievement Medal
- Army Commendation Medal
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Rush Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Human Resources Assistant
US Army
11.2020 - 09.2022
Squad Leader
US Army
02.2018 - 11.2020
Petroleum Supply Specialist
US Army
10.2016 - 11.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
City of Chicago Colleges- Malcolm X
CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant )
City of Chicago Colleges- Malcolm X College
High School Diploma -
Sullivan House High School