Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. I have the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. I'm very committed to collaborating with physicians and families to provide quality patient care.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Self Employed Home Healthcare
01.2015 - Current
Provide patients with help moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles and with dressing and grooming
Care for patients by changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning, or assisting with their personal care
Entertain, converse with, or read aloud to patients to keep them mentally healthy and alert
Administer prescribed oral medications, under the written direction of physician or as directed by home care nurse or aide, and ensure patients take their medicine
Plan, purchase, prepare, or serve meals to patients or other family members, according to prescribed diets
Accompany clients to doctors' oces or on other trips outside the home, providing transportation, assistance, and companionship
Direct patients in simple prescribed exercises or in the use of braces or articial limbs
Provide patients and families with emotional support and instruction in areas such as caring for infants, preparing healthy meals, living independently, or adapting to disability or illness
Perform a variety of duties as requested by client, such as obtaining household supplies or running errands
Check patients' pulse, temperature, and respiration
Change dressings.
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Sitel
01.2010 - 07.2012
Recommend improvements in products, packaging, shipping, service, or billing methods and procedures to prevent future problems
Review claims adjustments with dealers, examining parts claimed to be defective, and approving or disapproving dealers' claims
Order tests that could determine the causes of product malfunctions
Keep records of customer interactions or transactions, recording details of inquiries, complaints, or comments, as well as actions taken
Check to ensure that appropriate changes were made to resolve customers' problems
Determine charges for services requested, collect deposits or payments, or arrange for billing
Review insurance policy terms to determine whether a particular loss is covered by insurance
Contact customers to respond to inquiries or to notify them of claim investigation results or any planned adjustments
Resolve customers' service or billing complaints by performing activities such as exchanging merchandise, refunding money, or adjusting bills
Compare disputed merchandise with original requisitions and information from invoices and prepare invoices for returned goods
Obtain and examine all relevant information to assess validity of complaints and to determine possible causes, such as extreme weather conditions that could increase utility bills
Complete contract forms, prepare change of address records, or issue service discontinuance orders, using computers
PROGRAM CORDINATOR
Habitat for Humanity (Ameri Corps VISTA)
06.2007 - 08.2008
Resolve customer complaints or answer customers' questions regarding policies and procedures
Supervise the work of oce, administrative, or customer service employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures, correcting errors or problems
Implement corporate or departmental policies, procedures, and service standards in conjunction with management
Discuss job performance problems with employees to identify causes and issues and to work on resolving problems
Train or instruct employees in job duties or company policies or arrange for training to be provided
Review records or reports pertaining to activities such as production, payroll, or shipping to verify details, monitor work activities, or evaluate performance
Interpret and communicate work procedures and company policies to sta
Maintain records pertaining to inventory, personnel, orders, supplies, or machine maintenance
Coordinate activities with other supervisory personnel or with other work units or departments
Consult with managers or other personnel to resolve problems in areas such as equipment performance, output quality, or work schedules.
PRE K TEACHER
Emerson Family School
05.2000 - 03.2007
Establish and enforce rules for behavior, and procedures for maintaining order
Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and eld trips
Teach basic skills such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills
Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
Teach proper eating habits and personal hygiene
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students
Identify children showing signs of emotional, developmental, or health-related problems, and discuss them with supervisors, parents or guardians, and child development specialists
Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and needs, determine their priorities for their children, and suggest ways that they can promote learning and development
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
Arrange indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities, and safety
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations
Demonstrate activities to children
Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
Organize and label materials, and display students' work in a manner appropriate for their ages and perceptual skills
Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of preschool programs
Plan and supervise class projects, eld trips, visits by guests, or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms
Administer tests to help determine children's developmental levels, needs, and potential
Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help
Perform administrative duties such as hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading
Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.
CASHIER
Kroger
02.1997 - 03.1999
Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
Proactively addressed long lines by opening additional registers when necessary, enhancing customer experience.
Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
Identified and resolved discrepancies and errors in customer accounts.
Education
Completed coursework towards General Early Childhood Education (AECE) -
EAST MISSISSIPPI COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Mayhew, MS
03.2005
High School Diploma -
Sturgis High School
Sturgis
05.2001
Skills
Patient transportation
Report Preparation
Patient Monitoring
Medical Recordkeeping
Sanitation
Meal Preparation
Rehabilitation Assistance
CPR/AED
Team Development
Customer Account Management
Call triaging
Certification
CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Self Employed Home Healthcare
01.2015 - Current
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Sitel
01.2010 - 07.2012
PROGRAM CORDINATOR
Habitat for Humanity (Ameri Corps VISTA)
06.2007 - 08.2008
PRE K TEACHER
Emerson Family School
05.2000 - 03.2007
CASHIER
Kroger
02.1997 - 03.1999
Completed coursework towards General Early Childhood Education (AECE) -