Laura Huddleston
Madisonville,KY
Summary
I have worked as a single mother since I was 19. I worked as a CNA at Ridgewood for two years. I lost my license because of various reasons. After that I've been wanting to further my education but couldn't because I children. But now my children are almost grown. I would like a better job and education.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Assistant
Homestead Assisted Living
04.2020 - 08.2021
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills when working alongside fellow nurse assistants, nurses, physicians and other healthcare professionals striving towards common goals centered around providing high-quality care tailored specifically towards meeting individual patient needs as they arise throughout course treatment process.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, contributing to efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity.
- Ensured continuity of care through effective handover communication between shifts, detailing critical information about each patient''s current status, recent changes in condition or treatment plans that may require special attention from incoming staff members taking over responsibility for their care upon arrival at work each day.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during times of stress or illness, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Recognized potential emergencies quickly, implementing appropriate interventions under the guidance of supervising nurses or physicians while awaiting further assistance from emergency response services if needed.
- Assisted in wound care management, following established procedures to minimize risk of infection and promote proper healing.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by ensuring a comfortable environment during their stay in the healthcare facility.
Cashier Team Lead
IDEAL
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
- Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
- Maintained a clean and inviting checkout area, contributing to an enjoyable shopping experience for customers.
- Balanced cash drawers at the end of each shift, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, maintaining a positive brand image and fostering customer retention.
- Developed strong relationships with repeat customers through friendly service interactions.
- Trained team members on cash register operation and cash handling.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently processing transactions and addressing inquiries.
- Led opening and closing procedures and conducted cashier drops, cash control and vault monitoring.
- Managed cash registers, ensuring accurate accounting and reducing discrepancies in daily reports.
- Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
- Operated POS cash register and equipment to collect payments.
- Assisted with merchandising tasks as needed to maintain store appearance standards and promote product visibility.
- Provided backup support during high traffic periods by stepping into cashier roles when necessary.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by proactively addressing conflicts among team members.
- Streamlined cashier operations for improved productivity and reduced wait times.
- Led cashiers and associates in providing thoughtful customer service.
- Taught employees fundamentals of register use, merchandise scanning and customer service.
- Maintained stock to meet expected customer demand.
- Helped management develop employee improvement plans and motivate team members to continually improve.
Education
GED -
Madisonville North Hopkins High School
Madisonville, KY05.2004
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Infection Control
- Information Collection
- Patient Assessments
- Motivational Skills
- Staff Assistance
- Patient Relations
- Basic Life Support
- Compassionate
- Compassionate caregiver
- Responding to emergencies
- Maintaining privacy
- Quality Assurance
- Patient Lifting
- Reliable team player
- Light Housekeeping
- Inpatient Care
- Indirect Patient Care
- Patient relationship building
- Dressing assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Condition Monitoring
- Trustworthy companion
Quote
I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.
Thomas Edison
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Nurse Assistant
Homestead Assisted Living
04.2020 - 08.2021
Cashier Team Lead
IDEAL
09.2018 - 01.2019
GED -
Madisonville North Hopkins High School