Jolene Branham

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Marshall’s RV, excelling in customer service and emergency response. Proven ability to enhance guest safety through vigilant monitoring and first aid expertise. Recognized for strong communication skills and a commitment to maintaining high hygiene standards, ensuring an exceptional visitor experience.

Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is a condition that affects blood flow and heart rate regulation, especially when moving from sitting or lying down to standing. Common symptoms can include dizziness, rapid heartbeat, fainting or near-fainting, fatigue, brain fog, headaches, nausea, shakiness, and trouble standing for long periods.

Possible workplace accommodations may include:

• Ability to sit instead of stand for long periods
• Flexible breaks for hydration, snacks, or symptom management
• Access to water, electrolyte drinks, and restroom breaks
• Option to use compression garments or cooling devices
• Flexible scheduling or remote work when symptoms flare
• Reduced exposure to heat or physically demanding tasks
• Extra time for walking between locations or completing tasks
• Ergonomic seating or a workspace close to elevators/restrooms

Accommodation needs vary depending on symptom severity and job duties.

Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD), also called paradoxical vocal fold motion, is a condition where the vocal cords close abnormally during breathing, causing episodes of breathing difficulty. Symptoms can include shortness of breath, throat tightness, wheezing or noisy breathing, chronic cough, hoarseness, voice changes, and difficulty speaking during flare-ups. Symptoms are often triggered by exercise, stress, strong odors, smoke, cold air, or respiratory irritation.

Possible workplace accommodations may include:

• Access to fresh air and reduced exposure to smoke, strong scents, dust, or chemical fumes
• Flexible breaks during breathing episodes
• Option to sit or pause during physically demanding tasks
• Remote work or modified duties during symptom flare-ups
• Access to water and a quiet area for breathing exercises
• Reduced exposure to extreme temperatures or poor air quality
• Flexibility for medical appointments or speech therapy
• Alternative communication methods during voice loss or hoarseness episodes

Accommodation needs depend on the individual’s triggers, symptom severity, and job environment.