Savanna Sandstrom
Madison,WI
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and strong problem solving abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
Wisconsin Sleep UW Health-Medical
Madison, WI
03.2024 - Current
- Managed multiple research projects simultaneously while ensuring accurate record-keeping.
- Collaborated with other researchers in developing study designs, methods, and tools for data collection.
- Worked one-on-one with participants to prepare them for their study.
Home Health Caregiver
Barako Home Care
Madison, WI
12.2023 - Current
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming and toileting.
- Prepared meals according to prescribed dietary needs and monitored food intake of assigned patients.
- Administered medications as directed and documented medication administration in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Small Business Owner
Self-employeed
Oshkosh, WI
06.2020 - Current
- Developed business plans and strategies to grow small business.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Server/Bartender/Expo
Dockside Tavern and Spirits
Oshkosh, WI
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders and manage bills.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
CNA
Bethel Home
Oshkosh, WI
07.2019 - 08.2023
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Camp Counselor
Easter Seals Respite Camp
Wisconsin Dells, WI
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Worked with children with disabilities of varying ages, interests, skills, and developmental levels.
- Documented activities, injuries and accidents to inform parents and maintain consistent records.
- Responded to emergency situations by following first-aid guidelines and coordinating with medical personnel for participants requiring medical attention.
Nanny
Family Employed
Oshkosh, WI
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
Social Media Recruit
Vector
Remote
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Responded promptly and professionally to customer inquiries via social media channels.
- Created engaging visuals for use in social posts, such as infographics, videos, GIFs.
- Reported weekly performance metrics of various campaigns to management team.
Admissions and Concessions
Pollock Community Waterpark
Oshkosh, WI
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Maintained cleanliness of concession area, box office, lobbies, and restrooms.
- Provided engaging, hospitable service to guests in the park.
- Handled customer complaints in a timely and professional manner.
Sales associate
Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store
Oshkosh, WI
12.2018 - 05.2020
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Car Hop
A&W
Oshkosh, WI
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Took orders and delivered food and beverages (indoor/outdoor) to customers in cars to provide quick and convenient customer service.
- Maintained positive and professional attitude to instill business confidence and promote repeat business with customers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, WI05-2025
High School Diploma -
Oshkosh West High School
Oshkosh06.2021
Skills
- TOPS Soccer (2020)
- Humane Society (2020)
- Easterseals Respite Camp (2022)
- UW Science Fair (2023)
- Big Brother Big Sister of Dance County (Current)
- The Beacon Helps (Current)
- American Family Children's Hospital (Current)
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Global Health
- Disability Rights and Services
- Leadership
- Narcan Certified
- HHA - Home Health Aide
Timeline
Research Assistant
Wisconsin Sleep UW Health-Medical
03.2024 - Current
Home Health Caregiver
Barako Home Care
12.2023 - Current
Camp Counselor
Easter Seals Respite Camp
11.2022 - 11.2022
Server/Bartender/Expo
Dockside Tavern and Spirits
06.2022 - 09.2023
Nanny
Family Employed
05.2021 - 09.2021
Social Media Recruit
Vector
02.2021 - 08.2021
Small Business Owner
Self-employeed
06.2020 - Current
Admissions and Concessions
Pollock Community Waterpark
06.2020 - 09.2020
CNA
Bethel Home
07.2019 - 08.2023
Sales associate
Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store
12.2018 - 05.2020
Car Hop
A&W
06.2018 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Wisconsin - Madison
High School Diploma -
Oshkosh West High School
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