Winstamona Hunter
Columbus,TX
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Activities Director
Trucare Living Center
05.2015 - 06.2018
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
- Maintained master calendar and relevant records.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Documented preferences and helped develop relevant activities.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
- Provided respectful mobility assistance to individuals needing extra support.
- Coordinated off-site activities and accompanied residents throughout excursions.
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
- Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
- Arranged outings as part of recreational program.
- Maintained activity records and reports to evaluate program success and identify areas for improvement.
- Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
ER Technician
Columbus Community Hospital
10.2012 - 04.2015
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
- Maintained clean and sanitary environment in emergency department to meet hygiene measures.
- Disinfected tools, equipment and surfaces between patients.
- Took and recorded patients' vital signs, documenting in medical charts.
Rehab Technician
Bluebonnet Nursing And Rehabilitation
10.2013 - 05.2014
- Established collaborative relationships with patients through consistent and meaningful communication.
- Communicated back therapists regarding patient performance and condition.
- Answered telephones and performed light clerical duties to maintain smooth operations while attending to various program needs.
- Transferred, moved and ambulated patients to and from departments with wheelchairs and stretchers.
- Implemented medical, behavioral and clinical team care plans and documented activities in medical systems.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Prepared for sessions by setting up patient treatment areas and equipment.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
CNA
Monument Hill Nursing Rehabilitation
01.2011 - 03.2013
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature & blood pressure.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Customer Service Cashier
Dollar General
02.2010 - 01.2011
- Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Met customer service goals and exceeded customer expectations.
- Enabled customers to feel welcomed, important, and appreciated by answering questions about products sold throughout store.
- Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
- Developed and managed relationships with customers to increase customer loyalty.
- Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
- Answered product questions using knowledge of sales and store promotions.
- Arranged and replenished service desk displays and merchandise racks to maintain appearance of store.
- Redeemed coupons to discount purchases.
- Maintained awareness of surroundings and secured cash to minimize loss potential.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Weimar High School
Weimar, TX06.2009
Skills
- Managing Program Activities
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Making Announcements
- Quality of Life Improvements
- Mobility Support
- Social Media Platforms
- Interactive Activities
- Group Activity Leading
- Activity Supervision
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Event Planning
- Data Evaluation
- Assessing Residents
- Resident Engagement
Timeline
Activities Director
Trucare Living Center
05.2015 - 06.2018
Rehab Technician
Bluebonnet Nursing And Rehabilitation
10.2013 - 05.2014
ER Technician
Columbus Community Hospital
10.2012 - 04.2015
CNA
Monument Hill Nursing Rehabilitation
01.2011 - 03.2013
Customer Service Cashier
Dollar General
02.2010 - 01.2011
High School Diploma -
Weimar High School
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