Jennifer Messick
Overland Park
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with experience at St Luke's Heart Institute, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to deliver compassionate support while effectively collaborating with medical teams. Skilled in medication administration and emotional support, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Aide
Shawnee Mission School District
Overland Park
08.2018 - Current
- Assisted students with daily activities and personal care needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to achieve students' educational goals.
- Monitored student behavior, reporting concerns to appropriate staff.
- Maintained clean, safe environments for students and staff.
- Provided first aid and medical assistance as necessary.
- Documented student progress, communicating updates to parents regularly.
- Empowered patients by teaching personal hygiene techniques and mobility skills.
- Administered daily medications while checking vital signs and addressing requests.
Patient Care Technician
St Luke's Heart Institute
Kansas City
05.2000 - 05.2008
- Delivered direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during procedures.
- Monitored and documented patient vital signs to track health changes.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement effective patient care plans.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas and organized medical equipment.
- Transported patients between departments as required for treatments.
- Communicated patient needs promptly to medical staff for timely interventions.
- Documented changes in patient conditions for accurate health record updates.
- Provided emotional support and assistance with activities of daily living.
Sales Associate
Lady Foot Locker
Overland Park
11.1999 - 05.2000
- Facilitated customer selection of footwear and apparel to meet specific needs.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to maximize product visibility.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Delivered outstanding customer service by addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals and enhance store performance.
- Stocked shelves and replenished inventory to ensure product availability.
- Conducted regular store maintenance, including cleaning and organizing sales floor areas.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance product knowledge and sales techniques.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Nichols Career Center
Jefferson City, MO08-1998
Flight Attendant
TWA Flight Academy
St Louis, MO04-1996
High School Diploma -
Jefferson City High School
Jefferson City, MO05-1991
Skills
- Health documentation and vital signs recording
- Personal care assistance
- Medication administration
- First aid and patient monitoring
- Effective communication skills
- Problem solving and decision-making
- Time management and multitasking
- Emotional support and conflict resolution
- Interpersonal skills and teamwork
- Self-motivation
Reference :
- Diane Johnson
- Athletic Secretary
- Shawnee Mission South High School
- Phone: 913-993-7502
- Email: Dianejohnson@smsd.org
Reference :
- Angie York RN BSN MSN
- Supervisor
- Shawnee Mission School District
- Phone: 913-993-7516
- Email: Angieyork@smsd.org
Timeline
Health Aide
Shawnee Mission School District
08.2018 - Current
Patient Care Technician
St Luke's Heart Institute
05.2000 - 05.2008
Sales Associate
Lady Foot Locker
11.1999 - 05.2000
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Nichols Career Center
Flight Attendant
TWA Flight Academy
High School Diploma -
Jefferson City High School
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