Dawnessa Cole
Nursing Apprentice
Nampa,ID
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated professional transitioning administrative and organizational expertise into the healthcare sector, with a strong foundation in resource management and caregiver experience. Proven success in detailed record-keeping, high-pressure team coordination, and delivering attentive patient care, complemented by exceptional prioritization and meticulous attention to detail developed in purchasing and logistics roles. Recognized for fostering a safe and nurturing environment that maintains patient dignity while enhancing overall well-being. Eager to leverage transferable skills in a challenging nursing role that emphasizes teamwork, effective time management, and problem-solving capabilities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent
Priest Electric
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided exceptional customer support by resolving inquiries and issues efficiently, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
- Documentation & Compliance: Maintained accurate, detailed records of all purchases, ensuring high standards of data integrity and ensuring compliance with organizational policies
- Resource Prioritization: Collaborated with departments to ensure precise, critical materials were purchased in a timely manner, minimizing project and supply chain delays.
- Coordination & Problem Solving: Worked closely with accounting to proactively resolve billing issues and contacted vendors to track orders, demonstrating effective cross-departmental communication.
- Streamlined documentation processes for procurement activities, enhancing efficiency and reducing errors in order processing.
Secretary & Sales/Logistics Coordinator
MACA Supply
06.2000 - 03.2001
- Accurately entered large volumes of data into the database, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and minimal errors.
- Managed incoming calls and inquiries, ensuring effective communication and prompt resolution of requests to enhance office efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance efficiency and reduce turnaround times on projects.
- Coordinated complex outbound logistics by preparing and completing all required paperwork for freight pickups, showcasing exceptional organizational and procedural adherence.
- Developed and maintained filing systems, enabling quick access to critical documents and improving office organization.
Tutor (GED Program)
Adult Basic Education Learning Center
08.1999 - 06.2000
- Conducted individualized teaching sessions, adapting instructional methods to meet the diverse learning needs of community members.
- Collaborated with educators to evaluate student progress, identifying areas for improvement and implementing targeted strategies for success.
- Encouraged students to set and achieve personal academic goals, leading to sense of accomplishment and increased motivation.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies that increased student participation and retention of core concepts.
Developmental Support Specialist
Diamond Developmental Center
06.1999 - 09.1999
- Executed personalized, one-on-one interventions to teach essential school and practical life skills to developmentally delayed youth.
- Focused on patient-centered communication and customized training to promote independence and positive behavioral outcomes.
- Developed and implemented individualized support plans, enhancing client engagement and promoting skill development in daily activities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess client needs, ensuring tailored interventions that improved overall well-being.
- Monitored client progress and documented outcomes, contributing to ongoing evaluation and refinement of support strategies.
- Utilized behavioral management techniques to address challenging behaviors, resulting in more positive interactions and improved client compliance.
Personal Caregiver
Private Home Care
03.1997 - 05.1998
- Provided consistent, dedicated, and compassionate care to a family member with Dementia, demonstrating high emotional intelligence and commitment to patient needs.
- Managed daily routines, ensured safety, and provided supportive companionship, fostering a therapeutic environment and promoting independence.
- Promoted client health by assisting with daily hygiene tasks, medication administration, and regular exercise routines.
Education
Registered Nursing ASN -
College of Western Idaho
Nampa, ID05-2027
Some College (No Degree) - Health Information Management
Boise State University
Boise, IDSkills
- Empathetic patient-centered care
- Meticulous record management
- Precision in documentation
- Effective problem resolution
- Experienced in regulatory compliance
- Mentoring and leadership skills
- Effective interpersonal communication
- Complex Home Management (24-Year Role)
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
Priest Electric
05.2023 - 08.2024
Secretary & Sales/Logistics Coordinator
MACA Supply
06.2000 - 03.2001
Tutor (GED Program)
Adult Basic Education Learning Center
08.1999 - 06.2000
Developmental Support Specialist
Diamond Developmental Center
06.1999 - 09.1999
Personal Caregiver
Private Home Care
03.1997 - 05.1998
Registered Nursing ASN -
College of Western Idaho
Some College (No Degree) - Health Information Management
Boise State University