Shannon Novello, EP-C
Summary
Exercise Physiologist skilled in using exercise to delay, prevent and alleviate disease. Well-documented history of developing fitness and exercise programs that helped patients improve cardiovascular function, strength, body composition and flexibility. Currently working towards creating a career in clinical exercise physiology with a concentration in cancer care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Exercise Physiologist
Human Performance Lab At Saint Francis University
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Reviewed medical records to determine exercise precautions and contra-indications prior to patient visit.
- Tested and measured patients' strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
- Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans incorporating short and long-range goals.
- Exhibited courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators and co-workers.
- Monitored patient blood pressure, ECG and distress levels during exercise.
- Improved scheduling techniques to increase patient volume and satisfaction.
Bartender
Loretto Pub And Grill
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, setting up for incoming shift, and taking inventory.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Cashier
Lowes
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Sales Associate
Loft
05.2021 - 01.2021
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
Trainer
Arby's
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Prepared dishes according to recipe specifications, ensuring consistent taste and presentation.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for improved productivity and adherence to sanitation standards.
Education
Master of Science - Exercise Oncology
Saint Francis University
Loretto, Pennsylvania08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
Saint Francis University
Loretto, Pennsylvania05.2023
High School Diploma -
Greater Latrobe Senior High School
Latrobe, Pennsylvania05.2019
Skills
- Collecting vital signs
- Cardio Respiratory Fitness Assessment
- Body composition analysis
- Interpreting Results
- Program Development
- Planning and coordination
- Problem-solving skills
- Strong multitasking
- Customer Service
- Highly reliable
- Patience and Empathy
Academic Experience
- Exercise Testing and Prescription- Proficiently administered exercise testing before and after a four-week exercise program for a client.
- Clinical Exercise Physiology for Cancer Survivors- Proficiently learned material related to all aspects of clinical exercise physiology and their relations to cancer.
- Neuromuscular Strength and Conditioning- Proficiently completed lab work in all five health and fitness components.
Clinical Experience
- Community Wellness- Proficiently worked with the community to promote physical activity and overall wellness for all ages.
- Cardiac Rehabilitation- Proficiently worked with cardiac rehabilitation patients to improve their overall quality of life, strength, and cardiorespiratory fitness.
- Cancer Care-Proficiently worked with cancer survivors to alleviate symptoms from treatment and improve strength, endurance, and body composition through individualized exercise programs.
Certification
- American College of Sports Medicine Certified Exercise Physiologist
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support Provider
- STEADI Certification
- InBody 770 Certified User
- Registered BodPod User
Timeline
Exercise Physiologist
Human Performance Lab At Saint Francis University
07.2023 - 05.2024
Bartender
Loretto Pub And Grill
07.2023 - 01.2024
Cashier
Lowes
05.2022 - 05.2023
Sales Associate
Loft
05.2021 - 01.2021
Trainer
Arby's
05.2018 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Exercise Oncology
Saint Francis University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
Saint Francis University
High School Diploma -
Greater Latrobe Senior High School
- American College of Sports Medicine Certified Exercise Physiologist
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support Provider
- STEADI Certification
- InBody 770 Certified User
- Registered BodPod User
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