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Zena Arnold

Roanoke Rapids,NC

Summary

To acquire permanent employment within a company that will utilize educational skills, prior experiences and training to benefit the company or institution while enhancing opportunities for personal growth. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Eager to learn with aptitude for applying new knowledge with skill and efficiency.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Clerk

Halifax County Alcoholic Beverage Control
11.2022 - Current
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion of each assignment.
  • Interacted with customers by phone or in-person to provide information.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by promptly answering inquiries and providing accurate information.
  • Operate electronic register and adding machines
  • Managed incoming calls professionally, directing callers to appropriate personnel or taking detailed messages when necessary.
  • Made arrangements for restocking of low-stock items.

Senior Correctional Officer

Greensville Correctional Center
08.1998 - 01.2022

Enhanced inmate rehabilitation by implementing evidence-based programming and support services.

  • Mentored junior correctional officers, sharing best practices in effective inmate management strategies.
  • Assisted in the development of institutional policies that promoted fairness, consistency, and respect among staff and inmates alike.
  • Managed inmate work assignments, ensuring productive utilization of labor resources within correctional facility.
  • Performed routine inspections of housing units, identifying maintenance issues for prompt resolution by facilities personnel.
  • Maintained safety and security within correctional facility through diligent monitoring and supervision of inmate.
  • Conducted thorough searches for contraband, preventing potential threats to the safety of staff and inmates.
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
  • Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in facility.
  • Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
  • Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
  • Issued lethal and non-lethal weapons to certified staff.
  • Maintained the security and accountability of the armory.
  • Field Training Officer :
  • Led training programs for newly hired correctional officers, emphasizing safety protocols and proper use of restraint equipment.
  • Trained to operate different positions and equipment within the facility to obtain certification and accuracy.
  • Switchboard operator
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and directing them to the appropriate department.
  • Strengthened company reputation by upholding confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information during call transfers.
  • Directed incoming calls to internal personnel and departments, routing to best-qualified department.
  • Contributed to a professional atmosphere by courteously greeting callers and providing helpful assistance.
  • Documented messages and forwarded to correct individual.
  • Firearms, unarmed self defense, and Virginia Department of Correction In-Service training.

Nursing Assistant

Guardian Care Nursing Facility
08.1994 - 12.1998
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, feeding and other hygiene needs.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.

Certified Correction Officer

Caledonia Correctional Institute
12.1994 - 06.1997
  • Provided service and protection to the public and offenders.
  • Worked with Offenders of minimum, medium, close and maximum custody.
  • Training included unarmed self defense, fire arms and several NC In-service classes.
  • Conducted surveillance to detect suspicious activity.
  • Completed patrols in assigned areas to identify and deter criminal activities.

Nursing Assistant

Our Community Hospital Of Scotland Neck
06.1994 - 12.1994
  • Maintained clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • 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.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.

Certified Home Health Aide

Interim HealthCare
08.1993 - 11.1993
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks for patients, creating clean and comfortable living environment conducive to healing.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing their quality of life and promoting independence.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Warren Hills Nursing Center
05.1991 - 04.1992
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

Line Assembler

Carolina Enterprise
07.1987 - 06.1990
  • Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines and maintain consistent workflow.
  • Ensured product quality through thorough inspection of assembled items before moving them to next stage in process.
  • Met daily quotas consistently by always working hard and efficiently with little downtime.
  • Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
  • Completed skilled work using electrical, hydraulic and air-activated hand tools.

Assistant Manager

Chick-fil-A
07.1986 - 02.1987
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance customer experience.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering positive work environment.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.

Grader Operator

Purdue Farms
01.1986 - 08.1986
  • Inspected chicken parts for businesses.
  • Packaged parts in trays for outgoing shipping.
  • Operated grader machinery safely, adhering to all safety regulations and guidelines to minimize accidents on job site.
  • Removed items of inferior grades from production lines and collected for alternate use or disposal.

Crew Manager

Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers
04.1985 - 11.1985
  • Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality products or services from crew members under supervision.
  • Led successful projects by effectively delegating tasks according to individual strengths and expertise.
  • Supervised food preparation stations to observe hygiene and taste quality of food served to customers.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through effective communication and timely resolution of issues.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Handled any paper work involving inventory and sales in the coarse of a shift.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Assistant 1&2

Halifax Community College
Weldon, NC

High School Diploma -

MONCITE
Pottstown, PA
09.1985

Skills

  • Telephone Etiquette
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Cash Handling
  • Cash Management
  • Prioritization
  • Information Security
  • Professional and mature
  • Team Collaboration
  • Staff Training
  • Switchboard Operation

Qualifications

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Eager to learn challenging and new things. Work well with others. Determined. Able to work alone or in a group with little or no supervision. Honest, neat,and posses good organizational skills.

References: AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Timeline

Clerk

Halifax County Alcoholic Beverage Control
11.2022 - Current

Senior Correctional Officer

Greensville Correctional Center
08.1998 - 01.2022

Certified Correction Officer

Caledonia Correctional Institute
12.1994 - 06.1997

Nursing Assistant

Guardian Care Nursing Facility
08.1994 - 12.1998

Nursing Assistant

Our Community Hospital Of Scotland Neck
06.1994 - 12.1994

Certified Home Health Aide

Interim HealthCare
08.1993 - 11.1993

Certified Nursing Assistant

Warren Hills Nursing Center
05.1991 - 04.1992

Line Assembler

Carolina Enterprise
07.1987 - 06.1990

Assistant Manager

Chick-fil-A
07.1986 - 02.1987

Grader Operator

Purdue Farms
01.1986 - 08.1986

Crew Manager

Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers
04.1985 - 11.1985

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Assistant 1&2

Halifax Community College

High School Diploma -

MONCITE
Zena Arnold