Sharon Blizzard
Williston,ND
Summary
Driven CNA Mentor with a proven track record at Bethel Lutheran Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, enhancing team efficiency by over 30% through expert mentoring and hands-on training. Skilled in patient care and healthcare regulations, I excel in delivering compassionate care while ensuring adherence to best practices. My approach combines motivational skills and clinical proficiency, significantly reducing hospital readmissions. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Patient-focused Job Title with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA Mentor
Bethel Lutheran Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
06.2011 - 08.2024
- Improved team efficiency by mentoring new CNA hires through hands-on training, guidance, and ongoing support.
- Maintained patient privacy and dignity throughout the caregiving process, ensuring respect for their personal boundaries and preferences while providing care.
- Aided in reducing hospital readmissions through thorough discharge planning, education on self-care practices, and follow-up appointments coordination for patients transitioning back into their homes or long-term care facilities.
Kitchen Staff Member
Kum&Go
10.2022 - 11.2022
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict hygiene standards for optimal food safety.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture through strong teamwork, open communication, and a commitment to excellence.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Increased overall kitchen productivity by assisting in multiple stations as needed during busy shifts.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely meal preparation and consistent quality.
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and implementing best practices.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination during peak service hours.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness throughout the kitchen, maintaining sanitary conditions per local health department guidelines.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Followed sanitary food handling procedures, focused on correct use of covers and labels and discarded ingredients by expiration date.
- Ensured prompt order fulfillment by effectively prioritizing tasks during high-volume periods.
- Trained new hires on kitchen procedures, equipment usage, and safety protocols, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Provided excellent customer service by promptly addressing any concerns or questions regarding menu items or dietary restrictions.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and utilizing proper storage techniques.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
- Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
- Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
Education
Medical Assistant - Health Care
UEI SAN DIEGO
San Diego, CA06.2010
Skills
- Motivational Skills
- Patient care expertise
- Self-Confidence
- Healthcare Regulations Understanding
- Delegation Abilities
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Clinical Skills Proficiency
- Assessment skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Patient Care
- Vital signs
- Basic Life Support
- Reliability
- Vital signs monitoring
- Excellent Communication
- Direct Patient Care
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- CPR Certification
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Recording vital signs
- CNA Certification
- Patient-focused care
- Collecting vital signs
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Calm Under Stress
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Supporting personal needs
- Catheter Care
- Relationship Building
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Care Quality
- Patient Observation
- Wound Care
- Patient relationship building
- Emotional Support
- Patient Assessments
- Electronic Charting
- Client documentation
- Documenting behaviors
- Meal Preparation
- Feeding Assistance
- Team building
- Family Communication
- Patient Positioning
- Emotional and Social Support
- Task Prioritization
- Specimen Collection
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Personal Care Aide
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Responding to emergencies
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Self Motivation
- Infection Control
- Medical Terminology
- CPR/AED
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Oral Hygiene
- Bedsore Prevention
- Care Monitoring
- Companionship and emotional support
- Professionalism
- Transporting patients
- First Aid Certification
- Patient Safety Management
- Light Housekeeping
- Behavior redirection
- Mobility Assistance
- Adaptability
- Written Communication
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Quality Assurance
- Home Care Aide
- Patient Relations
- Support Services
Timeline
Kitchen Staff Member
Kum&Go
10.2022 - 11.2022
CNA Mentor
Bethel Lutheran Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
06.2011 - 08.2024
Medical Assistant - Health Care
UEI SAN DIEGO
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