Kemecha Ford
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level RN position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher Assistant
CPS
2021.01 - Current
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.
- Escorted students to different school locations to provide ongoing assistance.
- Provided mobility and personal care support to students with physical limitations.
- Monitored student actions and applied established interventions to redirect behavior and resolve conflicts.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Health
2012.07 - 2021.01
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Took initiative to investigate anomalies in behavior or physical condition and advocated for further evaluation by skilled professionals.
- Evaluated patient behavior and condition and reported new or unusual issues to doctor and family members.
- Supported patients and family members, actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate care.
Cashier
Harold's Chicken Shack
2009.02 - 2012.10
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
- Collected and authorized payments of guests.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Checked identification for proof-of-age for alcohol and tobacco sales.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Imperial Grove Pavilion
2009.01 - 2012.07
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL05.2024
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Malcom X College
Chicago, IL04.2016
High School Diploma -
John Marshall High School
Chicago, IL06.2009
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Teacher Assistance
- Classwork Oversight
- Autism and Spectrum Disorders
- IEP Goals
- Behavioral Disorders
- Student Supervision
- Educational Settings
- Medical Equipment
- Social and Academic Development
- Seizure Disorders
- Tutoring and Student Assistance
- Epic training
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Paraprofessional License -2016
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Bls Certified
- Pals certified
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Licensed RN, BSN
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Assistant
CPS
2021.01 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Health
2012.07 - 2021.01
Cashier
Harold's Chicken Shack
2009.02 - 2012.10
Certified Nursing Assistant
Imperial Grove Pavilion
2009.01 - 2012.07
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Malcom X College
High School Diploma -
John Marshall High School
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Paraprofessional License -2016
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Bls Certified
- Pals certified
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Licensed RN, BSN
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