Organized nursing student commended for hard work and academic achievement. Skilled in patient screening, care plan implementation and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced within healthcare setting in supportive roles and ready to expand on knowledge base through practical experience.
Work History
Barber Assistant
UNION BARBER SHOP
ROCHESTER HILLS, MI
11.2021 - Current
Answered incoming telephone calls and scheduled appointments for clients.
Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
Managed business customer service, responding to requests and concerns promptly.
Consistently received positive performance reviews from guests.
Resolved guest complaints about service or style.
Sold and promoted hair care products, helping increase salon revenues.
Product Educator/Sales Representative
LULULEMON
Novi/ Rochester , MI
11.2017 - Current
Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
Achieved monthly sales goals by promoting product benefits.
Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
Increased sales by offering consultation on products and services and applying customer service and upselling techniques.
Attended advanced training sessions and conferences to increase product knowledge and productivity.
Party Canopy Supplier
A1 CANOPY
CANTON, MI
06.2011 - Current
Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
Assembled orders and packed items for shipment.
Arranged items at destination according to customer requests and instructions.
Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
Construction Worker
PULICCI BUILDING COMPANY
Plymouth, MI
04.2018 - 09.2019
Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
Assisted with successful, time-sensitive renovations of various structures.
Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
Installed new structures, updated systems and replaced worn components to bring buildings up to current codes.
Assisted with basic carpentry work such as installing wooden floors and crown molding.
Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
Recognized and reported potential project challenges and assisted with solutions.
Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices to complete projects.
Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
Prepared and cleaned surfaces for rebuilding purposes by removing damaged tiles, bricks and mortar.
Third Party Sales
MODERN GADGETS AND KITCHEN GOODS ONLINE
11.2018 - 03.2019
Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections.
Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
Completed orders and organized product deliveries to meet customer timetables.
Developed, marketed and sold full range of products and support services.
Soccer Coach Volunteer
DETROIT CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Novi, MI
01.2015 - 01.2018
Promoted love of game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques and teamwork strategies.
Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
Readied athletes for tough games by implementing coordinated regimens of practices and physical conditioning.
Boosted performance of individual athletes by devising strategic personal training programs.
Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI
05.2023
High School Diploma -
Detroit Catholic Central High School
Novi, Mi
05.2018
Skills
Self-Motivated
Dependable and Responsible
Flexible and Adaptable
Attention to Detail
Business Development
Sales and marketing
Interpersonal Communication
Cultural Awareness
Active Listening
Creative merchandising
Business planning
Accomplishments
National Youth Leadership Forum Medicine
Student Leadership Program
Discovered a passion for nursing through hands-on medical experience at NYLF Medicine.
Defined clear targets and objectives and learned to communicated with other team members.
Toured medical simulation facilities and interacted with health care providers while testing the latest technology with guidance from experts.
Use of personal strengths and academic skills to participate in true-to-life simulations that are geared toward the real-world experiences of a health care provider.
Played Division 1 Soccer for four years at the University of Detroit Mercy
Personal Information
My name is Joel VanHook. I am currently a Junior in the nursing program at the University of Detroit Mercy with a minor in leadership. I am a graduate of Detroit Catholic Central High School, Class of 2018. I have played four years on the Men’s Division I Soccer Team at the University of Detroit Mercy. My parents are also alumni of the University and practice in the dental field. I have a great desire to continue to build on my nursing skills and utilize my abilities to the fullest. I have a strong work ethic and look to expand my passion for the medical field, specifically, nursing.