Zakariya Khan
Lake Charles,US
Summary
Hardworking and motivated professional with a strong background in business operations and healthcare support. Skilled at adapting to new processes, driving team goals, and improving service value. Prepared for a nursing role with experience in patient care, clinical procedures, and medical documentation. Known for reliability, adaptability, and a collaborative approach.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse Extern
Memorial Health System
Lake Charles, LA
05.2024 - Current
- Proactively sought out opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and other healthcare professionals, growing in clinical knowledge and aptitude.
- Assisted in providing direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses across multiple units, including surgical, med-surg, and specialty care.
- Supported safe patient mobility by performing transfers and assisting with ambulation to prevent falls and promote recovery.
- Carried out routine clinical tasks such as obtaining vital signs, performing hygiene care, documenting patient information, and setting up medical equipment.
Patient Safety Sitter
Memorial Health Systems
Lake Charles, LA
05.2024 - Current
- Contributed to a positive patient experience through compassionate care and active listening during interactions with patients and their families.
- Enhanced patient safety by providing continuous observation and monitoring of assigned patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure optimal care delivery, addressing any concerns or issues promptly.
- Assisted in preventing falls and injuries by promptly responding to patient needs and requests for assistance.
- Supported nursing staff by assisting with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding as needed.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient behaviors, interventions, and responses to support ongoing treatment plans.
GAS STATION MANAGER
Khan Brothers LLC
Lake Charles, LA
08.2022 - Current
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner while resolving issues promptly.
- Assisted customers with gas pump and fuel issues, resolving minor complaints and making note of large problems.
- Updated gas prices on outside display, staying in accordance with national and local rates.
- Mentored and trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Processed and reconciled deposits of cash and checks
CASHIER
Khan Brothers LLC
Lake Charles, LA
08.2019 - Current
- Balanced cash registers by counting cash, depositing funds, and determining end-of-day balance.
- Reconciled daily cash receipts and maintained accuracy of all financial transactions.
- Trained new cashiers on the use of point-of-sale systems, including proper handling of money, credit card transactions, gift cards, coupons.
- Managed inventory levels at the registers by ordering additional supplies as needed.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements within the checkout area and communicated them to upper management.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Bell City High School
Bell City, LA05.2021
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - NURSING CANDIDATE
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA12-2026
Skills
- Safety Compliance
- Cash Handling
- Inventory Management
- Stress Management
- Business Development
- Equipment Maintenance
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Clinical Judgment
Business/Operations Skills:
Healthcare/Nursing Skills:
- Vital Signs
- Patient Mobility and Fall Prevention
- Basic Wound Care and Dressing Changes
- Patient Hygiene and Activities of Daily Living
- Patient Observation and Monitoring
- Behavioral De-escalation Techniques
- Documentation and Reporting
- Communication with Healthcare Team
- Recognizing Changes in Patient Condition
- Maintaining a Safe Environment
- Compassionate Patient Care
- Confidentiality and HIPAA Compliance
Timeline
Student Nurse Extern
Memorial Health System
05.2024 - Current
Patient Safety Sitter
Memorial Health Systems
05.2024 - Current
GAS STATION MANAGER
Khan Brothers LLC
08.2022 - Current
CASHIER
Khan Brothers LLC
08.2019 - Current
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Bell City High School
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - NURSING CANDIDATE
McNeese State University