Venice Yardley
Chicago,IL
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Assistant with experience in providing support to nursing staff and delivering high-quality care to patients. Skilled in performing vital sign checks, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring a clean and safe environment for all patients. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and efficient resolution of concerns. Outgoing student pursuing flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA Student
Ánmut Nursing school
Chicago, Illinois
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Completed 120 hours of hands-on clinical training in a long-term care facility.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks and daily activities.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Supported patients with personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility needs.
- Documented patient observations and care provided in electronic records.
- Communicated effectively with patients to provide comfort and reassurance.
- Collaborated with classmates on practical skills during hands-on training sessions.
- Practiced infection control procedures to ensure patient safety standards were met.
- Recorded vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rate.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient area by changing bed linens and cleaning up spills.
- Answered call lights promptly to assess needs of patients.
- Used proper body mechanics when lifting, transferring or positioning immobile patients.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Restaurant Team Member
Portillos
Chicago, Illinois
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Operated cash register and processed customer transactions efficiently.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns with professionalism and care.
- Provided quality customer service with a friendly attitude.
- Assisted in taking customer orders and providing recommendations.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently using POS system.
- Answered phone calls promptly and handled inquiries from customers courteously.
- Greeted customers and provided menus.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
- Assisted at drive-thru window by swiftly handling cash and credit card transactions.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
Front End Associate
Jewel Osco
Chicago, Illinois
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted customers in locating products and answering inquiries.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Stocked shelves efficiently to ensure product availability for customers.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance customer service initiatives.
- Handled merchandise returns and exchanges according to company policies.
- Executed daily inventory checks to monitor stock levels and report shortages.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and understand their needs.
- Processed customer transactions and provided excellent customer service.
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and identified their needs.
- Provided product knowledge to customers as needed.
- Ensured compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
- Managed returns and exchanges efficiently while maintaining high customer satisfaction rates.
- Ensured pricing is correct and applied discounts and loyalty programs appropriately.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05-2027
Associate of Science - Healthcare
City Colleges of ChIcago
Chicago, IL05-2025
High School Diploma -
Atlantic Academy
Zimbabwe Harare11-2022
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Effective communication
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- CPR certified
- CPR/AED
Languages
English
Full Professional
Shona
Full Professional
Tswana
Limited
Certification
CPR certified: June 14tn 2025
Certified Nursing Assistant: 2025
Custom
Leadership, Membership, & Community Involvement
• Youth Fellowship Volunteer Leader, Forward in Faith Ministries
Lead and support youth programming through planning spiritual events, coordinating virtual fellowship activities, and mentoring young members in a faith-based environment.
• Pre-Physician Assistant Student, Illinois State University
Actively preparing for PA school through upper-level science coursework, clinical training, and volunteer involvement in healthcare and service-based organizations.
• Health Sciences Club Member, Illinois State University
Engage in workshops, academic seminars, and peer collaboration focused on professional development in the healthcare field.
Interests
• Passionate about patient care, health equity, and community health outreach
• Deep interest in cellular biology, preventive medicine, and Christian service
• Enjoy organizing faith-based events, slumber-themed celebrations, and team-building retreats
Timeline
CNA Student
Ánmut Nursing school
06.2025 - 07.2025
Restaurant Team Member
Portillos
06.2024 - 07.2025
Front End Associate
Jewel Osco
08.2023 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare
Illinois State University
Associate of Science - Healthcare
City Colleges of ChIcago
High School Diploma -
Atlantic Academy
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