Dena Rolon
Production Operator/ Certified Nurse Aide
Fort Dodge ,Iowa
Summary
Reliable Machine Operator with work history of good performance in fast-paced production environments. Knowledgeable in quality control measures and manufacturing quality standards. Demonstrated expertise in equipment operation and maintenance. Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Committed professional with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly.
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
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1
Language
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1
Certificate
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
IOOF Home & Community Therapy Center
Mason City, Iowa
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for patient rooms.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Care And Rehabilitation Center
Mason City, Iowa
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for patient rooms.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in -bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Production Operator/Batcher
Zoetis LLC
Eagle Grove, IA
11.2015 - 09.2020
- Worked with supervisor to coordinate workflow and updated daily production team accordingly.
- Inspected raw and final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Maintained maximum organization and productivity by properly sorting project components on work tables.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Prepared machines for daily use by calibrating and performing preventive maintenance.
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
- Handled machines and chemicals.
- Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
- Instructed team members on safety protocols and monitored workers' adherence to such measures.
- Monitored machinery to identify concerns, make corrections or report complex problems.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to move/transport raw and or finished product to and from Warehouses, pallets and any necessary items, etc.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Inspected and adjusted work performed to meet expectations.
- Supervised and coordinated production activities of site facilities to meet set production and work targets to meet safety standards.
- Volunteered for additional assignments during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule.
- Weighed and measured items to prevent waste and meet quality standards.
- Demonstrated strong capacity for team building by leading site preparation team to complete mission-critical projects on time or ahead of schedule.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Performed production operations necessary for rigging.
- Reviewed job specifications to determine appropriate setups for production runs.
- Displayed good knowledge of safe operating and emergency procedures development and implementation.
- Managed inventory control and entered results into data system.
- Inspected final products for defects and flaws using proper QA procedures.
- Set up and adjusted machines for day-to-day operations.
- Loaded supplies into machines by hand or by hoist.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills through positive interactions with site managers, outside contractors and junior on-site staff.
- Actively participated in team projects and met critical deadlines.
- Maintained machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Practiced and followed SOP PPE GMP FDA regulations and as always worked as a TEAM.
- Packaged finished animal health feed additive products and prepared packages for accurate shipping.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
Production Operator
Smithfield Foods
Mason City, Iowa
06.2013 - 03.2015
- Helped with change-overs and set up to assist with job preparation and production functions.
- Managed open and close of batch process from start to completion for batch tracking.
- Calibrated, tested and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
- Followed tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Completed parts lubrication and other minor maintenance tasks to keep equipment running.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
- Collected batch samples of product for quality control.
- Monitored machine operation for compliance with policies, procedures and processes.
- Maintained quality of product by checking labels, packaging and other factors.
- Identified and corrected issues or inconsistencies found in batch samples.
- Organized and cleaned work area to meet standards, keep tidy and prevent injuries.
- Documented production activity in logs and job tickets.
- Followed instructions and directions on batch tickets for accurate results.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.
- Set up and operated various machine tools and jigs to produce precision parts.
- Dismantled machinery to access, remove and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
- Packaged finished products and prepared packages for accurate shipping.
Education
GED -
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, IA 01.2006 - 06.2006
Skills
Measuring bodily fluids
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Documenting behaviors
Wound care specialist
Companionship and emotional support
Observing responses
Patient Management
Patient-focused care
Recording vital signs
Conducting intakes
Feeding assistance expert
Responding to emergencies
Supporting personal needs
EMR / EHR
Transporting patients
Efficient and reliable team player
Compassionate
Patient Assessments
Shared governance
Outpatient care
Case management
Chronic disease management
Medical office administration
Medical Records Management
Compassionate caregiver
Trustworthy companion
Inpatient care
Adaptable
Direct Patient Care
Certification
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
IOOF Home & Community Therapy Center
09.2021 - 12.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Care And Rehabilitation Center
04.2021 - 08.2021
Production Operator/Batcher
Zoetis LLC
11.2015 - 09.2020
Production Operator
Smithfield Foods
06.2013 - 03.2015
GED -
North Iowa Area Community College
01.2006 - 06.2006