Merline Lherisse
Riviera Beach,FL
Summary
A bilingual Palm Beach State College graduate, able to multi-task and provide excellent patient care. Striving to be a proactive and motivated ultrasound tech, willing to take on challenges and continue to learn.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Retail Sales Associate
Macy's
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
07.2018 - 12.2022
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized assistance and product recommendations.
- Streamlined store operations for better efficiency through regular inventory checks and merchandise organization.
- Boosted sales performance with persuasive communication skills and extensive product knowledge.
- Achieved high levels of repeat business, establishing rapport with customers and remembering their preferences.
- Contributed to team success by consistently meeting or exceeding individual sales goals.
- Mentored new associates, sharing best practices and helping them develop their selling skills for improved performance.
- Ensured a welcoming store atmosphere, maintaining cleanliness standards and promptly addressing any customer concerns.
- Handled cash register operations accurately, processing transactions efficiently while adhering to company policies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sonas Home Health Care
Delray Beach, FL
02.2013 - 12.2018
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as Dementia, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
Education
Diagnostic Medical Sonography -
Palm Beach State College
Palm Beach Gardens, FL12.2023
Associate of Arts -
Palm Beach State College
Palm Beach Gardens, FL12.2020
High School Diploma -
Vero Beach High School
Vero Beach, FL06.2007
Skills
- Performed a variety of ultrasound exams such as abdomen, OB/GYN, vascular and small parts
- Assisted in invasive procedures such as Thoracentesis and Paracentesis
- Competent at operating GE Logiq E9, GE Logiq F8, GE Logiq S7 expert, GE Logiq P6, Voluson E10, Canon Xario 200G, Philips Iu22, Phillips HD7 equipment and Trophon Sterilization
- Attention to Detail
- Active Listening
- Problem-Solving
- Task Prioritization
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Critical Thinking
- Fluent in Haitian-Creole and English
- Organizational Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Customer Relations
- Quality Assurance
- Compassionate
- Multitasking
- Problem Solving
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Team Cooperation
- Reliable and Responsible
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Clinical Experience
- Hendry Regional Medical Center, Clewiston, FL, January-April 2023
- Baptist Health Bethesda Hospital East, Boynton Beach, FL, May-December 2023
- Wellington Regional Hospital, Wellington, FL, August-December 2023
Certifications & Licenses
- BLS
- OSHA/HIV
- HIPPA
- Certified Nursing Assistant #CNA 142067
- Sonography principles and instrumentation (SPI) August-2023
- ARDMS (AB) scheduled to take on 01-07-2024.
- ARDMS (OB/GYN) and ARDMS (RVT) planned to sit for exam.
References
- Patty A. Braga MS, RDMS, DMS Chairmen, Palm Beach State College, 561-207-5053
- Jenna Laquerre, DMS instructor, Palm Beach State College, 561-207-5614
- Eva. J Wisuri, DMS instructor, Palm Beach State College, 561-568-0953
Timeline
Lead Retail Sales Associate
Macy's
07.2018 - 12.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sonas Home Health Care
02.2013 - 12.2018
Diagnostic Medical Sonography -
Palm Beach State College
Associate of Arts -
Palm Beach State College
High School Diploma -
Vero Beach High School