Jennifer Wheeler

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Worland Healthcare And Rehab

04.2025 - Current

Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Thermopolis Wellness And Rehab

12.2024 - 04.2025

Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
Increased patient engagement by organizing recreational and therapeutic activities.

Can Line Operator

Admiral Beverage

05.2023 - 06.2024

Loaded and unloaded product on and off conveyor line by routinely lifting up to [Number] pounds.
Communicated effectively with team members across departments for seamless coordination during shift transitions and critical operations updates.
Followed job order for product specifications, dimensions, tolerances, and sequence of operations.
Provided timely feedback to supervisors regarding any potential issues or areas for improvement in the production process.
Reduced downtime through proactive troubleshooting and implementing effective solutions to line issues.
Followed best manufacturing practices for operation of production equipment.
Contributed to a positive company culture by actively participating in team meetings, providing constructive feedback, and fostering an environment of collaboration and mutual support.
Minimized machine downtime by promptly escalating technical problems to appropriate maintenance personnel for speedy resolution.

Kitchen Manager

Worland Senior Center

01.2020 - 05.2023

Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
Enhanced customer satisfaction with attentiveness to dietary restrictions and allergen concerns in menu offerings.
Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively engaging with staff members, promoting open communication channels, and demonstrating support for ongoing professional development opportunities.
Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
Increased overall profitability with effective budget management, including cost control strategies for purchasing and labor expenses.
Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
Developed and maintained professional relationships with suppliers to acquire high-quality ingredients and products with reasonable prices.
Calculated prices of ingredients to monitor food costs and control expenses.
Developed strong vendor relationships for consistent delivery of high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Thermopolis Healthcare And Rehab

01.2004 - 01.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Worland Healthcare And Rehab

12.1998 - 01.2003

Summary

Overview

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Nursing Assistant

Can Line Operator

Kitchen Manager

Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Nursing Assistant

Education

High School Diploma -

Skills

Timeline

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