Highly-motivated and dedicated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adapt to working effectively unsupervised and quickly master new skills and the ability to work in multiple departments.
Overview
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Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Specialist
Philip Health Services
Philip, SD
06.2025 - Current
Managed procurement processes for medical supplies, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with regulations.
Implemented process improvements that streamlined purchasing workflows and reduced lead times for key products.
Resolved discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders in a timely manner, maintaining strong financial controls within the department.
Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
Created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Philip Health Services
Philip, SD
09.2011 - Current
Facilitated patient independence by assisting with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Promptly answered call lights and effectively addressed patient needs to enhance comfort and satisfaction.
Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding.
Performed housekeeping duties including changing linens and cleaning bathrooms.
Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
Monitored and recorded vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate, to ensure timely intervention.
Operated mobility devices to support patient transportation safely and effectively. to transport patients.
Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Meditech, Point Click Care and Epic experience in charting.
Health Unit Coordinator
Philip Health Services
Philip, SD
02.2022 - 06.2025
Organized patient records, charts, and other documents in an orderly manner.
Organized patient records and documents to enhance accessibility and compliance.
Scheduled appointments for patients and doctors to ensure efficient patient flow.
Verified insurance coverage prior to patient visits.
Provided administrative support to nursing staff as needed.
Provided administrative support to nursing staff.
Managed daily operations of the health unit including filing, faxing, photocopying.
Assisted with orienting new employees to departmental procedures.
Received requests for medical records from outside agencies or individuals.
Updated patient information in electronic systems according to established policies and procedures.
Coordinated communication between various departments within the facility regarding patient care needs.
Performed clerical tasks such as typing letters, memos, reports,, as requested by management.
Coordinated communication between departments to facilitate timely responses to patient care needs.
Fluent with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Helped central supply when necessary by ordering supplies, unpacking shipments and delivering supplies to correct departments.
Hotel Housekeeper
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton
Brookings, SD
08.2009 - 08.2011
Cleaned and polished furniture, fixtures and other surfaces in guest rooms.
Vacuumed carpets, dusted furniture, washed windows and walls.
Stocked supplies such as drinking glasses, linens, toiletries and cleaning products.
Addressed guests' requests for extra supplies promptly to enhance guest experience.
Followed all health and safety regulations when handling chemicals and cleaning solutions.
Informed supervisor of additional cleaning tasks during shift.
Ensured that all lost and found items were handled properly per policy.
Private Nanny
Shearer Angus
Wall, SD
05.2007 - 07.2009
Organized and planned activities that stimulated children's physical, mental, and emotional growth.
Maintained a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children in their home.
Provided supervision and guidance to ensure safety of children in all situations.
Monitored behavior of the children to enforce appropriate conduct standards set by parents.
Oversaw day-to-day household tasks including cleaning, organizing, and meal preparation. including laundry, grocery shopping, and light housekeeping tasks.
Monitored children's behavior to enforce conduct standards established by parents, fostering a respectful environment.
Administered basic first aid techniques when needed while monitoring health conditions closely.
Developed an understanding of each child's individual strengths and weaknesses.
Sales Associate
Wildlife Museum ~
Wall, SD
03.2005 - 05.2007
Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
Maintained current knowledge of store merchandise and policies to assist customers effectively.
Restocked shelves to maintain sufficient inventory levels.
Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
Answered incoming calls to provide accurate information about store offerings and services.
Updated and created schedule on Excel to accommodate staff.