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Suzanne  Shultz

Suzanne Shultz

Smithfield,NC

Summary

Dynamic Administrative Support Specialist with proven expertise at Johnston County Detention Center, excelling in scheduling and customer relations. Recognized for exceptional verbal communication and attention to detail, ensuring efficient operations and enhanced visitor experiences. Adept at multitasking and problem-solving, contributing to a streamlined administrative process and improved service delivery.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Support Specialist

Johnston County Detention Center
12.2022 - Current

Answering Calls

Assisting the Public with

- Magistrate Office

- Onsite Video Visits

-Monitoring Video Visitation

-Approving Visits

-Kiosk Assistance

Interacting with Attorneys and helping with

-Scheduling Attorney Visitation by Google meets, Webex, In person or Contact Visits.

Daily schedule consists of

-Pulling Reports to see if new inmates have outstanding Warrants or OFA’s, along with any active EPO’s or Civil Papers out against them.

-Checking daily to make sure accounts are closed -and do not have money left behind, after inmates have left.

Other tasks include

-sending work orders in for Maintenance

- Typing PCR’s into the system

-Filling incident reports

-Communicating with Detention Officers about who reports for scheduled Probation time

- Making sure all mail and packages are delivered to the correct departments.

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Cashier

Lowe’s Home Improvement
01.2022 - 05.2025
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their 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.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
  • Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while processing transactions efficiently.
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies, reducing instances of theft at checkout.
  • Increased sales of promotional items by informing customers about current offers.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehab Center
08.2016 - 06.2018
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Rex Hospital
05.2011 - 08.2013
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
  • Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Barbour Court Nursing and Rehab Center
10.2010 - 04.2011
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.

Certified Nursing Assistant

ACI Support Specialists
01.2010 - 10.2010
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.

Cashier

Cracker Barrel
08.2008 - 02.2009
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their 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.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.

Education

Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant

Johnston Community College
Smithfield, NC
12.2009

High School Diploma -

West Johnston Highschool
Benson NC
06.2007

Skills

  • Verbal communication
  • File organization
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Telephone reception
  • Administrative procedures
  • Customer relations
  • Scheduling
  • Teamwork
  • Multitasking and time management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Fast learner
  • Customer service
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Reliability
  • Clear communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Telephone and email etiquette
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Customer and client relations
  • Document and file management
  • Customer relations and communications
  • Office administration
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Self motivation
  • Client relations

Timeline

Administrative Support Specialist

Johnston County Detention Center
12.2022 - Current

Cashier

Lowe’s Home Improvement
01.2022 - 05.2025

Certified Nursing Assistant

Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehab Center
08.2016 - 06.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

Rex Hospital
05.2011 - 08.2013

Certified Nursing Assistant

Barbour Court Nursing and Rehab Center
10.2010 - 04.2011

Certified Nursing Assistant

ACI Support Specialists
01.2010 - 10.2010

Cashier

Cracker Barrel
08.2008 - 02.2009

Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant

Johnston Community College

High School Diploma -

West Johnston Highschool