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Heather Nelson

Summary

Dynamic professional with experience at Brightstar Healthcare, excelling in compassionate patient care and personal hygiene assistance. Proven ability to enhance client independence and safety through effective support and light housekeeping. Skilled in palliative care, demonstrating a commitment to improving quality of life while ensuring a clean, organized environment.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cashier

BP
09.2020 - 01.2024


  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.


Home Health Aide

Brightstar Healthcare
04.1999 - 11.2016
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.

Assembly Line Machine Operator

Modine
08.2004 - 02.2016
  • Optimized resource allocation by cross-training in multiple areas, providing flexibility in staffing when needed.
  • Achieved consistent on-time delivery of products by ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks according to production schedules.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by strictly adhering to company policies and procedures during machine operation.

Teaching Assistant

School District 15
08.1998 - 06.2005
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.

Skills

  • Compassionate Patient Care
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Palliative Care Expertise
  • Meal preparation
  • Long & Short term care
  • Respite Care

Affiliations

  • Shepherd of the Hills
  • Messiah Lutheran
  • Holy Apostle
  • Mt. St. Joseph

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
  • First Aid Certification - American Red Cross
  • Medical Billing & Coding Certification
  • Mandated Reporter - DCFS
  • Rehabilitation Assistant

Timeline

Cashier

BP
09.2020 - 01.2024

Assembly Line Machine Operator

Modine
08.2004 - 02.2016

Home Health Aide

Brightstar Healthcare
04.1999 - 11.2016

Teaching Assistant

School District 15
08.1998 - 06.2005

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