Samone Farris
Vermillion
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs, offering 4 years of experience in healthcare environments. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance and patient hygiene needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA/Med Aide
Avera Sister James Care Center
11.2021 - Current
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Administered oral medications to patients in accordance with doctor's orders.
Cook
Tolley's Bar & Grill
12.2019 - 06.2021
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Assisted in developing new recipes or modifying existing ones for better taste or efficiency.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Shift Leader
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Provided exceptional customer service and maintained a positive attitude throughout the shift.
- Ensured staff was properly trained on all aspects of their job duties, including safety protocols.
- Monitored employee performance to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Verified that cash drawers contained correct amounts of money during opening and closing shifts.
- Adhered to all health code regulations while preparing food items for customers.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Positioned skilled staff in key areas throughout shift to optimize department productivity.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored activities and task completion.
- Counted cash on hand at shift change and closing to determine shortages or overages and prepare bank deposit statements.
Education
Nursing
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05.2025
High School Diploma -
Yellow Medicine East High School
Granite Falls, MN06.2021
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Compassion and Empathy
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Direct Patient Care
- Electronic Charting
- End-of-life Care
- Infection Control Procedures
- Time Management
- Vital Signs Monitoring
Certification
- South Dakota Med Aide: M011010
- South Dakota Certified Nurse Aide: A054787
Timeline
CNA/Med Aide
Avera Sister James Care Center
11.2021 - Current
Cook
Tolley's Bar & Grill
12.2019 - 06.2021
Shift Leader
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
06.2017 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Yellow Medicine East High School
Nursing
University of South Dakota
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