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Dawn LaMonica

Phoenix,Az

Summary

Experienced and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with a proven track record of providing high-quality care to patients. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining a clean and organized healthcare environment. Strong ability to establish rapport with patients and their families, ensuring their comfort and well-being. Committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services and contributing to a positive patient experience.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Turnstyle Consignment
01.2016 - 08.2024
  • Providing customers with excellent customer service
  • Creates attractive store displays
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Provides speedy data entry to maintain sales throughout the store
  • Maintains inventory levels based on the stores needs
  • Reports stores revenue and inventory levels to corporate daily/weekly
  • Hires and trains new employees
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.

Custom Framing Manager

Hobby Lobby
01.2007 - 01.2016
  • Providing customer with excellent customer service through framing projects
  • Knowledgeable in frame merchandising and framing presentation
  • Implemented promotional programs and marketing techniques to stimulate sales
  • Managed daily duties planning the production of orders
  • Managed the frame shop and it’s employees
  • Fostered highly communicative, collaborative team culture on visual product projects.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.

CNA

Cornerstone Assisted Living
12.2005 - 01.2007
  • Document or otherwise report observations of patient behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • 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.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Provided excellent care to Alzheimer's patients in a secured locked down unit
  • Monthly training to aide in the care of individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease

CNA

Stratford House
05.2005 - 12.2005
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

Education

Certified CNA - Nursing

AZTTI
Phoenix, AZ
02-2025

CNA - Nursing

Nurse Trainers Inc
Chattanooga, TN

Diploma -

Gateway Christian Academy
Chattanooga, TN

Skills

  • Product merchandising
  • Store operations oversight
  • Personnel development
  • Performance reviews
  • Sales professional
  • Opening and closing procedures
  • Inventory control
  • Employee supervision and motivation
  • Friendly and positive
  • Customer service management
  • Systems and software expertise
  • Clinical documentation
  • Basic life support
  • Time management
  • Emergency response
  • Dressing assistance
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Health monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Patient care
  • Toileting assistance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • End-of-life care
  • Multitasking and organization

Timeline

Store Manager

Turnstyle Consignment
01.2016 - 08.2024

Custom Framing Manager

Hobby Lobby
01.2007 - 01.2016

CNA

Cornerstone Assisted Living
12.2005 - 01.2007

CNA

Stratford House
05.2005 - 12.2005

Certified CNA - Nursing

AZTTI

CNA - Nursing

Nurse Trainers Inc

Diploma -

Gateway Christian Academy
Dawn LaMonica