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Jennifer Swain

Crestwood,KENTUCKY

Summary

Compassionate, hard-working, and reliable professional with more than 27 years of experience in law enforcement with proven knowledge of court proceedings, expertise in the application of the law, and, most importantly, victim advocacy. Extensive communication skills when dealing with patients and abuse and trauma victims, having years of experience requiring crisis management, rapid critical thinking, and implementing actions needed in emergencies while remaining calm and in control. I am also eager to work in an environment where and can apply my current experience and new nursing skills while providing excellent service to patients in a clinical environment.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Care Giver

Premier Caregiver Services
04.2024 - Current
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.

Sales Associate

Paper Source
10.2022 - Current
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Nursing Assistant

Baptist Health Floyd
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.

Police Officer/Canine Handler

City Of Chicago Police Department
12.1991 - 08.2019

Worked in the Canine Unit with a K9 partner that was certified in Narcotics Detection, offender apprehension, and field/article searches.

Worked in an undercover capacity, was the affiant on numerous search warrants, along with working closely with local, state and federal agencies.

Conducted preliminary investigations, along with responding to calls for service in not only the most violent areas of Chicago but also in highly volatile situations. Provided assistance for victims of domestic violence, misdemeanor and felony crimes, and also advocating for them in court and community outreach programs.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Sullivan University
Louisville, KY
12.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice And Political Science

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL
12.1990

Skills

  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Time Management
  • Elderly Care
  • Problem-Solving
  • Highly Motivated
  • Extremely Hard Working

Timeline

Care Giver

Premier Caregiver Services
04.2024 - Current

Nursing Assistant

Baptist Health Floyd
01.2023 - 12.2023

Sales Associate

Paper Source
10.2022 - Current

Police Officer/Canine Handler

City Of Chicago Police Department
12.1991 - 08.2019

Associate of Science - Nursing

Sullivan University

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice And Political Science

University of Illinois At Chicago
Jennifer Swain