Summary
Overview
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Education
Skills
Certification
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Savannah Ford

Tahlequah

Summary

Dynamic professional with a diverse background spanning workforce development at Northeastern State University, law enforcement, and healthcare. Excelled in roles requiring critical thinking, leadership, and adaptability. Proven track record in improving community trust, enhancing student success rates, and streamlining healthcare processes. Skilled in communication and problem-solving, with a focus on achieving tangible outcomes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Workforce Success Coach

Northeastern State University
10.2023 - Current
  • Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
  • Connected students with available resources to improve plan success.
  • Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
  • Advocated for students to access available resources.
  • Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.

Police Officer

Northeastern State University
05.2022 - Current
  • Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
  • Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.

Phlebotomist

Adaptive (Cherokee Nation Outpatient Health Clinic
07.2021 - 08.2023
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
  • Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.

Detention Center Officer

Cherokee County Detention Center
04.2022 - 02.2023
  • Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
  • Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
  • Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
  • Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
  • Inspected jail conditions and took action to rectify problems in order to meet state and federal regulations for health and safety.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.

Education

No Degree -

Connors State College
Muskogee, OK

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Northeaster State University
Tahlequah, OK
12-2022

Certificate - Reserve Police Officer

Northeastern State University - CLEET
Tahlequah, OK
05-2022

Certificate - Phlebotomy

Indian Capital Technology Center
Muskogee, OK
08-2013

Certificate - EMT

Cherokee Nation EMS
Tahlequah, OK
10-2010

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Leadership
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability

Certification

  • CLEET Certified Reserve Police Officer
  • First Aid/CPR Certified

Timeline

Workforce Success Coach

Northeastern State University
10.2023 - Current

Police Officer

Northeastern State University
05.2022 - Current

Detention Center Officer

Cherokee County Detention Center
04.2022 - 02.2023

Phlebotomist

Adaptive (Cherokee Nation Outpatient Health Clinic
07.2021 - 08.2023

No Degree -

Connors State College

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Northeaster State University

Certificate - Reserve Police Officer

Northeastern State University - CLEET

Certificate - Phlebotomy

Indian Capital Technology Center

Certificate - EMT

Cherokee Nation EMS
Savannah Ford