Michelle Dunn
Laplace
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with a diverse background spanning healthcare, customer service, and leadership roles, notably at Health Source One Private Duty & Staffing. Excelled in vital signs monitoring and fostering positive relationships, achieving high levels of patient satisfaction. Skilled in maintaining confidentiality and leading teams to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Health Source One Private Duty & Staffing
02.2011 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
Bar Tender
Private Employers
02.2015 - 01.2024
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Cashier Team Lead
Cheap Smokes
01.2014 - 09.2018
- Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
- Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
- Trained, mentored, and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
Front Desk Receptionist
O'Brien House Rehab
03.1996 - 08.2010
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
- Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
- Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and professional front desk services.
- Scheduled appointments accurately using reservation software, reducing conflicts or doublebookings.
- Supported administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and document preparation for more efficient office workflow.
- Handled sensitive customer information with confidentiality, adhering to company privacy guidelines.
- Developed strong working relationships with team members, fostering a positive work environment.
- Completed data entry and filing to keep records updated for easy retrieval.
- Expedited check-in and check-out procedures for guests, ensuring seamless experiences during their visits.
- Resolved customer issues quickly and notified supervisor immediately when problems escalated.
- Completed all tasks in compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive data to protect customer and business information.
- Maintained accurate records of visitor logs for security purposes and compliance with company policies.
- Enhanced security by monitoring visitor access and issuing badges according to company protocols.
- Developed FAQ document for common visitor inquiries, streamlining information provision.
- Streamlined check-in processes, reducing wait times for guests.
- Facilitated smooth communication between departments by accurately relaying messages and information.
- Compiled and submitted daily reports on front desk activities, offering insights for process improvements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Baker High School
Baker, LA08-1987
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate communication
Timeline
Bar Tender
Private Employers
02.2015 - 01.2024
Cashier Team Lead
Cheap Smokes
01.2014 - 09.2018
CNA
Health Source One Private Duty & Staffing
02.2011 - Current
Front Desk Receptionist
O'Brien House Rehab
03.1996 - 08.2010
High School Diploma -
Baker High School
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