Dessa Bogard
Marion,IA
Summary
Passionate Personal Fitness Trainer. Successful at making workouts fun and rewarding. Expertise in instructing clients on proper lifting techniques and educating clients on physical and mental health. Experience providing instruction for one-on-one, as well as buddy sessions. Versed in assessing client fitness levels and supporting health goals. Strong background of exceptional communication skills, being detail-oriented, and adapting quickly to new situations. Hard working and thorough team player.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Trainer
Independent Contracting
01.2025 - Current
- Developed, planned, and led personal fitness sessions
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries. As well as critiquing clients on proper form.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals.
- Set up and broke down equipment before and after sessions.
- Verbally and nonverbally motivated clients during exercise.
- Managed 5 Clients during one hour session during internship (at Anvil for Kirkwood Internship)
DSP
Discovery Living
01.2023 - Current
- First employment at Discovery Living Jan. 2020-May 2022. Restarted employment Jan. 2023-current.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Provided compassionate and member-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Cooked meals and assisted members with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep member's bedroom clean.
- Recorded members' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of members by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
In Home Care Provider
Bright Star Home Health
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Supported clients with physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Assisted 3+ clients per day in different homes
CNA
Hiawatha Care Center
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisted in activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Logged notes regarding to patients health, ADL's, and bowel movements during shifts.
- Built and sustained strong bonds and relationships with patients.
- 20+ residents under my care
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) Program
Kirkwood: Jones County Regional Center
MonticelloAssociate of Science - Exercise Science
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA05-2025
High School Diploma -
Central City High School
Central City05-2020
Skills
- Physical strength
- Caring companionship
- Goal setting
- Strong communication
- Organizational skills
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Progress tracking
- Leadership skills
- Passion for fitness
Certification
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) - National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).
- InBody 570 Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Personal Trainer
Independent Contracting
01.2025 - Current
DSP
Discovery Living
01.2023 - Current
In Home Care Provider
Bright Star Home Health
05.2022 - 01.2023
CNA
Hiawatha Care Center
05.2019 - 01.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) Program
Kirkwood: Jones County Regional Center
Associate of Science - Exercise Science
Kirkwood Community College
High School Diploma -
Central City High School
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