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Kelvonna Turner

Richmond,VA

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Community Health Care Worker with Five years of experience in promoting health education, supporting underserved populations, and connecting individuals to essential resources. Skilled in patient advocacy, case management, and community outreach. Seeking to contribute my knowledge and passion to improve public health outcomes in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health and Developmental Services Intern

Virginia Department of Health
09.2019 - 01.2022
  • Supported public health campaigns and facilitated health workshops in community centers.
  • Helped develop culturally appropriate materials on topics such as diabetes, prenatal care, and nutrition.
  • Participated in health fairs, school events, and mobile clinic operations.
  • Monitored participant progress and documented outcomes for program evaluation.
  • Advocated for clients'' needs within the larger system, collaborating with other professionals to ensure access to appropriate services and supports.
  • Maintained confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations, protecting sensitive client information at all times.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Supported supervisors with administrative tasks such as data entry or preparing reports, streamlining workflow processes within the agency.

Community Health Worker

Onesource Mental Health
03.2022 - Current
  • Conduct outreach to underserved populations to assess health and social needs.
  • Provide one-on-one health education and support for chronic disease management.
  • Connect clients with community resources such as food assistance, housing, and transportation.
  • Assist with appointment scheduling, follow-ups, and health system navigation.
  • Maintain accurate records and data in compliance with HIPAA and clinic guidelines.
  • Collaborate with nurses, social workers, and public health staff to coordinate care.
  • Built trust within diverse communities through cultural competency training, empathetic communication skills, and active listening techniques.
  • Connected families with necessary social services, alleviating barriers to healthcare access and improving quality of life.
  • Increased awareness of available resources by organizing and participating in community health fairs and events.
  • Collaborated with external organizations to coordinate health and social services.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - Health Sciences (or Related Field)

Brightpoint Community College
Chester, VA
09-2026

High School Diploma -

Huguenot High School
Richmond, VA
06-2019

Skills

  • Health Education & Outreach
  • Case Management
  • Community Resource Navigation
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Cultural Competency
  • Data Collection & Reporting
  • Public Health Promotion
  • Confidentiality & HIPAA Compliance
  • Child development
  • Mental health diagnosis

Certification

  • CPR & First Aid – [OneSource, 2024]


  • HIPAA Training – [2020]


  • Mental Health First Aid – [2023]


  • Community Health Worker Certification – [ 2023]

Languages

English (Fluent)

Timeline

Community Health Worker

Onesource Mental Health
03.2022 - Current

Mental Health and Developmental Services Intern

Virginia Department of Health
09.2019 - 01.2022

Associate Degree in Nursing - Health Sciences (or Related Field)

Brightpoint Community College

High School Diploma -

Huguenot High School

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