Katelyn Blackard Ducote
Saint Francisville
Summary
Experienced Chief Deputy skilled in decision-making and records management. Proven ability to manage voter registration processes and ensure compliance with regulations. Committed to enhancing organizational efficiency and fostering strong team collaboration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Deputy
Registrar Of Voters
Saint Francisville, LA
04.2022 - Current
- Managed voter registration processes to ensure compliance with local and state regulations.
- Implemented efficient data entry protocols to enhance accuracy in voter databases.
- Organized, reviewed, and filed paperwork for secure recordkeeping.
- Greeted every guest with personable approach and provided knowledgeable service.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Verified paperwork accuracy and checked for completion prior to processing.
- Conducts early voting operations, assist voters, and ensures compliance with election procedures.
Administrative Office Coordinator
Louisiana State Penitentiary
Angola, La
03.2017 - 04.2022
- Supported executive-level staff with calendar management, meeting preparation, and correspondence handling.
- Conducted background check screenings and procedures, including reviewing criminal history, verifying information, and maintaining confidential records.
- Conducted confidential background checks using NCIC database for Offender Organizations throughout the Penitentiary.
- Processed special visit request for Angola , ensuring compliance with facility procedures and documentation requirements.
- Assisted with planning and organizing chapel banquets and ensure confidential background checks in accordance with institution procedures.
Dental Assistant
Louisiana State Penitentiary
Angola, La
04.2013 - 03.2017
- Assisted dentists with various procedures, ensuring patient comfort and cooperation.
- Maintained sterilization protocols for instruments and equipment, enhancing safety standards.
- Managed patient records accurately, improving data retrieval efficiency for dental treatments.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices, promoting preventative care and healthy habits.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
Medical Records Clerk
Louisiana State Penitentiary
Angola, LA
02.2012 - 04.2013
- Managed patient medical records ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal standards.
- Organized and maintained digital filing systems for efficient record retrieval and storage.
- Reviewed medical documents for accuracy, identifying discrepancies and initiating corrections.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure timely access to patient information.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance by adhering to strict confidentiality guidelines when handling sensitive patient information.
- Maintained patient records systems by archiving, scanning and indexing important documents and files.
Education
Dental Assistant Certificate - Dental Assistant
Fallon & Fallon School of Dental Assisting
Zachary, LA09-2012
High School Diploma -
West Feliciana Parish School
Saint Francisville, LA05-2010
Skills
- Decision-making
- Records management
- Professionalism
- Public relations
- Meetings and presentations
- Multitasking and organization
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Stress management
- De-escalation techniques
- Relationship building
- Admissions and registrations
Timeline
Chief Deputy
Registrar Of Voters
04.2022 - Current
Administrative Office Coordinator
Louisiana State Penitentiary
03.2017 - 04.2022
Dental Assistant
Louisiana State Penitentiary
04.2013 - 03.2017
Medical Records Clerk
Louisiana State Penitentiary
02.2012 - 04.2013
Dental Assistant Certificate - Dental Assistant
Fallon & Fallon School of Dental Assisting
High School Diploma -
West Feliciana Parish School