CNA/HHA/PCA
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (NORTH, SOUTH, OR ST PAUL) • 09/22/2009
3535 Penn Ave. North
Minneapolis, MN 55412 * 612 521-1878 * leoranixon@hotmail.com
OBJECTIVE: Certified Nursing Assistant or Home Health Aide
CAREER QUALIFICATIONS
* Minnesota Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) License in good
standing
* Proven ability to respond patiently and quickly to residents and
clients
* Special talent for treating others in a cheerful and caring manner
* Exceptional attention to detail resulting in recognition for quality
outcomes
* Knowledgeable in caring for chronically ill patients
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CARE AND SUPPORT
* Helped clients with daily hygiene including showering, oral care, and
pericare.
* Provided care for a sick and diabetic aunt for 6 years,
helping her follow her care plan by
monitoring her medications and administering insulin shots as necessary.
* Ensured that the client’s apartment was neat and clean by doing light
housekeeping.
* Cooked meals appropriate for a diabetic,
focusing on foods that were healthy and wholesome.
COMMUNICATIONS
* Offered conversation and companionship to ill patients,
establishing and maintaining positive patient relationships.
* Took patient to all doctor’s appointments and necessary shopping
trips.
* Provided social and emotional support to help improve the mental state
of patients.
* Acknowledged by fellow staff members,
clients, residents, and families for a cheerful and caring attitude.
ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS
* Assisted with lesson plans and activities
for youth placing an emphasis on team building activities.
* Provided educational tools and resources for academic programs.
* Answered telephones, greeted visitors, sent and
redirected faxes, and sorted mail in a time sensitive manner.
* Trained 10 new cashiers on the importance
of providing exceptional customer service as a lead worker.
* Ensured quality outcomes by focusing on
project details and displaying a willingness to learn new skills.
Leora M. Nixon
3535 Penn Ave. North
Minneapolis, MN 55412 * 612 522-4820 * leoranixon@hotmail.com
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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Receptionist Emerge Minneapolis, MN 2007
Sales Associate Macy’s Minneapolis, MN 2006 - 2007
Youth Counselor Faces Minneapolis, MN 2006
Sales Associate Snyder Drug Minneapolis, MN 2003 - 2005
Health Aide Intrepid Golden Valley, MN 2003
Childcare Aide New Horizon Minneapolis, MN 2002 - 2003
Cashier Cub Foods Minneapolis, MN 2001 - 2002
Health Aide Independent Contractor Denver, CO 1997 - 2001
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Office • MS Word
• Excel • Power Point • Internet Explorer • Document Scanning
EDUCATION & RELEVANT TRAINING
Certified Nursing Aide/Home Health Aide, MCTC, Minneapolis, MN.
Certificate of Completion, Employment Ready University, MN WorkForce
Center, Minneapolis, MN
Diploma, Thomas Jefferson High School, Denver, CO
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