Kandra Denkins
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Craighead Nursing Center
08.2022 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Substitute Teacher
Osceola School District /Nettleton School District
01.2018 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Patient Care Aide
Elite Home Health Care
10.2017 - 08.2022
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Cosmetologist
Terrain's Barbershop
03.2018 - 08.2022
- Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments and created client service tickets.
- Kept work areas, tools and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Attended regular trainings and workshops to maintain cosmetology license and stay current on technique and skills.
- Supported reception desk, receiving phone calls, entering appointments and collecting payments for services rendered.
- Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
- Helped clients achieve desired looks for daily wear and special events by designing makeup strategies for each scenario.
Education
Certificate - Certified Nurses Assistant
Arkansas State University - Newport
Jonesboro, AR08.2022
High School Diploma -
Osceola High School
Osceola, AR05.2003
Skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Excellent Problem Solving Skills
- Multi-tasking Skills
- Team Oriented
- Skilled in written and oral communication
- Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
- Family Support and Assistance
- Chronic Disease Management
- Case Management
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Maintains current CPR certification
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Craighead Nursing Center
08.2022 - Current
Cosmetologist
Terrain's Barbershop
03.2018 - 08.2022
Substitute Teacher
Osceola School District /Nettleton School District
01.2018 - Current
Patient Care Aide
Elite Home Health Care
10.2017 - 08.2022
Certificate - Certified Nurses Assistant
Arkansas State University - Newport
High School Diploma -
Osceola High School
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