Nancie Smith
Riverside,CA
Summary
As a seasoned Hairstylist and Owner of Self Employed Services, I excel in client consultations and hair styling techniques, ensuring high client retention through innovative scheduling and personalized service. My leadership in training junior stylists and adeptness in increasing salon revenue highlight my detail-oriented approach and advanced communication skills, making me a highly motivated professional in the beauty industry.
Healthcare professional bringing hands-on clinical experience and dedication to patient-centered care. Known for collaborating effectively with medical teams and adapting to dynamic healthcare environments. Reliable and flexible, with specialized skills in patient assessment and care documentation.
Experienced with patient care and clinical support, ensuring smooth healthcare operations. Utilizes strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with medical teams. Knowledge of maintaining patient records and delivering compassionate care.
Professional candidate well-prepared for nursing internship, bringing practical experience and strong ability to impact patient care positively. Skilled in patient assessment, medical documentation, and basic clinical procedures. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring reliable collaboration and effective response to changing healthcare needs. Known for strong communication skills, empathy, and results-driven approach.
Caring and compassionate Student Nurse well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals, and medical terminology. Responds to emergencies with grace and calm mentality. Demonstrated success in delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Student Intern
La Colima’s Post Acute
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with preceptor in coordinating daily assignments, ensuring smooth workflow and effective time management.
- Developed practical skills such as wound care management, IV insertion, catheterization procedures through hands-on training under supervision from registered nurses.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families, aiding in the overall well-being of each individual during their hospital stay.
- Gained valuable experience working with diverse populations, including geriatric, pediatric, and surgical patients across various clinical settings.
- Assisted in the implementation of personalized care plans for patients, resulting in a higher quality of care and satisfaction.
- Strengthened patient rapport by actively listening to concerns and providing empathetic support during difficult moments.
- Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
- Participated in skills lab simulations to further develop nursing skills.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting nursing staff in administering medications and monitoring vital signs.
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
- Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by adhering to strict infection control protocols and maintaining proper sanitation procedures.
- Participated in clinical rotations across various departments for well-rounded exposure to diverse nursing practices.
Hairstylist/Owner
Self Employed Services
09.1985 - Current
- Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
- Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
- Mixed pigments and used proper techniques to achieve desired color.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling system, resulting in reduced wait times and increased client retention rates.
- Achieved consistent positive feedback from clients regarding their experience at the salon due in part to attentive listening skills during consultations.
- Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
- Used social media platforms to promote salon and services.
- Evaluated client needs and recommended treatments and strategy to achieve desired results while maintaining hair health.
- Developed loyal following of clients by providing high-quality services.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
- Maintained high number of return customers through precise cutting, coloring and styling of clients' hair.
- Completed safety training and certifications to minimize risk of infection or injury to customers.
- Resolved guest complaints about service or style.
- Organized sales area and work station to showcase products and boost sales.
- Trained junior hairstylists in salon procedures, product knowledge, and advanced cutting techniques for skill development.
- Collaborated with fellow stylists to create a positive work environment and share best practices.
- Mentored apprentice hairstylists throughout their training period, offering guidance on technical skills as well as professional etiquette within the workplace setting.
- Increased salon revenue by upselling products and additional treatments during appointments.
- Successfully managed a high volume of clients during peak hours while maintaining a calm and efficient demeanor.
- Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
- Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
- Increased revenue through effective customer service and inventory management.
Nursing Student
Menifee Lakes Post Acute
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
- Maintained personal growth and development through ongoing process of formal and informal education.
- Assisted nurses in wound care procedures, ensuring proper technique was applied to promote optimal healing outcomes for patients.
- Participated in skills lab simulations to further develop nursing skills.
- Applied evidence-based practices when providing nursing care to ensure that interventions were grounded in current research and best practice guidelines.
- Developed strong time management skills through effective prioritization of tasks, allowing for increased efficiency in the workplace.
- Effectively communicated with diverse populations of patients using active listening skills and empathy to build rapport during interactions.
- Promoted a culture of learning within the clinical setting by sharing knowledge gained from educational experiences with peers and mentors.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Cleaned and treated wounds to avoid infection and provide protection.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and empathetic communication during challenging situations.
- Developed strong organizational skills through careful management of multiple patient assignments and competing priorities during clinical rotations.
Education
No Degree - Vocational Nursing
North West College
Riverside, CA01-2025
No Degree - Central Service Technical
Kasier Permente Hospital
Riverdale, CA04-2010
No Degree - Cosmetology
Pacific Beauty College
Los Angeles, CA05-1984
Skills
- Quick Learner
- Client consultation
- Appointment Scheduling
- Hair styling techniques
- Detail-orientated
- Advanced communication skills
- Highly motivated self-starter
- [State] Licensed Cosmetologist
- Vital signs monitoring
- Health Promotion
- Geriatric Care
- Diabetes management
- Mental health care
- Cultural competence
- Direct Patient Care
- Catheter Care
- Patient Monitoring
- Vitals monitoring
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient Assessments
- Task Prioritization
- Medication Administration
- ADL Assistance
- Patient Feeding
- Call responses
- Quality of care standards
- Basic nursing care
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
Certification
- [Area of certification]CPR/BLS| American Heart Association |Certification # 245413908646| Expiration Date 12/24
Timeline
Nursing Student Intern
La Colima’s Post Acute
10.2024 - Current
Nursing Student
Menifee Lakes Post Acute
09.2024 - 10.2024
Hairstylist/Owner
Self Employed Services
09.1985 - Current
- [Area of certification]CPR/BLS| American Heart Association |Certification # 245413908646| Expiration Date 12/24
No Degree - Vocational Nursing
North West College
No Degree - Central Service Technical
Kasier Permente Hospital
No Degree - Cosmetology
Pacific Beauty College
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