Malinda Gooding
West Branch,IA
Summary
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
Casey's General Stores Inc
West Branch, IA
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.
- Helped with purchases and signed customers up for rewards program.
LPN Charge Nurse
Crestview Specialty Care
West Branch, IA
12.2018 - 09.2020
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
- Developed strategies for improving quality of care standards within the unit or department.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
- Promoted positive relationships between patients, families, visitors, physicians, nurses, volunteers.
- Educated patients about their diagnoses and treatments while providing emotional support.
- Established direct lines of communication between nursing staff and other interested departments, supporting patient care with collaboration between personnel with complementary specialties.
- Analyzed charts and utilized data to recommend proper treatment courses to physicians.
LPN Charge Nurse
Windmill Manor
Coralville, IA
11.2011 - 11.2018
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate effective patient care delivery systems.
- Reviewed lab results and made appropriate recommendations for further testing or treatment.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
- Educated patients about their diagnoses and treatments while providing emotional support.
- Advocated for patients by respecting and supporting values, basic rights and beliefs.
- Established direct lines of communication between nursing staff and other interested departments, supporting patient care with collaboration between personnel with complementary specialties.
- Counseled and educated patients specific to diagnosis and health history.
- Analyzed charts and utilized data to recommend proper treatment courses to physicians.
- Supervised exceptional team with collaborative leadership and creative responses to resource scarcity and nurse availability.
LPN Charge Nurse
Crestview Specialty Care
West Branch, IA
05.2009 - 09.2011
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Performed routine checks on equipment used for patient care.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Reviewed lab results and made appropriate recommendations for further testing or treatment.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
- Educated patients about their diagnoses and treatments while providing emotional support.
- Advocated for patients by respecting and supporting values, basic rights and beliefs.
Packer, Machine Operator, Line Supervisor
Vista Bakery
West Burlington, IA
08.1989 - 02.2003
- Ensured all employees were trained in safety protocols and procedures.
- Monitored production flow for quality assurance purposes.
- Enforced company policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
- Provided guidance, support, and direction to team members when needed.
- Conducted performance evaluations on staff members and provided feedback.
- Organized workflow to meet daily production goals.
- Coordinated the scheduling of shifts to ensure adequate staffing levels.
- Communicated regularly with management regarding departmental needs or issues.
- Encouraged positive communication between employees at all times.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems, identifying causes and taking swift corrective actions.
- Coordinated line changeover, efficiently converting lines from running one product to another.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
- Recommended and implemented measures to improve production methods and quality of products.
CNA
L & B Staffing
Columbus Junction, IA
03.2003 - 05.2009
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Southeastern Community College
West Burlington, IA04.2006
Skills
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Customer Relations
- Issue Resolution
- Proficient in [Software]
- Daily Reporting
- Conflict Resolution
- Time Management Skills
Timeline
Cashier
Casey's General Stores Inc
02.2022 - 10.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Crestview Specialty Care
12.2018 - 09.2020
LPN Charge Nurse
Windmill Manor
11.2011 - 11.2018
LPN Charge Nurse
Crestview Specialty Care
05.2009 - 09.2011
CNA
L & B Staffing
03.2003 - 05.2009
Packer, Machine Operator, Line Supervisor
Vista Bakery
08.1989 - 02.2003
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Southeastern Community College
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