Donnisha Thorns
Registered Nurse
Chicago Ridge,IL
Summary
Skilled worker learns new processes quickly and adapts to customer and company needs. Hardworking, focused, and diligent with good people and problem-solving abilities. Multitasks and works well in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Excellent work performance in individual and team roles combined.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Caregiver
N/A
07.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
Warehouse Associate/Outbound Problem Solver
Amazon
09.2017 - Current
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Implemented standard operating procedures for handling complex or high-value shipments, ensuring proper care throughout the entire outbound journey.
- Assisted with reorganizing storage areas during peak seasons to accommodate changes in demand patterns or product offerings efficiently.
Hospital Volunteer
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Supported hospital staff in daily tasks, resulting in improved efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Liaised between patients, families and hospital staff to relay information and coordinate care.
Mental Health Technician
Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
Cashier
Dollar Tree
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Student Office Assistant
Jacksonville University
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwestern College
Bedford Park, IL 05.2001 -
Skills
Vital signs monitoring, Personal Hygiene Assistance, Compassionate Care, Behavioral Management, Warehouse Logistics, Shipping and receiving, Order picking and processing, Problem Analysis, Medication Administration, Patient Assessment, Customer Service, Customer Assistance
Certification
First Aid/ CPR Certified
Timeline
Hospital Volunteer
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
10.2023 - 03.2024
Home Health Caregiver
N/A
07.2022 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital
07.2022 - 08.2022
Warehouse Associate/Outbound Problem Solver
Amazon
09.2017 - Current
Cashier
Dollar Tree
06.2016 - 07.2017
Student Office Assistant
Jacksonville University
08.2015 - 05.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwestern College
05.2001 -