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Kodi Rippe

Sioux City ,Iowa

Summary

Accomplished Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record in patient care and team collaboration, demonstrated during tenure at The Elms Ponca Nursing. Skilled in Alzheimer's and dementia care, and recognized for exceptional time management and compassionate caregiving. Excelled in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and patient satisfaction, enhancing the quality of care. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Dietary Aide

Casa De Paz
07.2024 - Current
  • Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
  • Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
  • Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
  • Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.

Sales Associate

Retail Rebel
10.2021 - 03.2022
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Elms Ponca Nursing
10.2020 - 10.2021
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Carl T. Curtis Health Education Center
03.2020 - 08.2020
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.

Education

Certificate - Nursing Assistant

Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA
06.2014 - 06.2014

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Customer Service
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Reliable team player
  • Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
  • Patient Care
  • CNA Certification
  • Compassionate caregiver

Timeline

Dietary Aide

Casa De Paz
07.2024 - Current

Sales Associate

Retail Rebel
10.2021 - 03.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Elms Ponca Nursing
10.2020 - 10.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Carl T. Curtis Health Education Center
03.2020 - 08.2020

Certificate - Nursing Assistant

Western Iowa Tech Community College
06.2014 - 06.2014
Kodi Rippe