Nathan Ballard
Clarkesville
Summary
Compassionate professional skilled in effective communication, team collaboration, and health compliance. Dedicated to enhancing client well-being and ensuring a safe environment in fast-paced settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Patient Care Technician, Nurse Extern
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
Braselton
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks and hygiene needs.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs for multiple patients throughout shifts.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas and equipment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure patient comfort and safety standards.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Supported mobility by assisting patients with walking and transferring safely.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
Personal Care Aide
Senior Helping Seniors of Lanier
Buford
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted seniors with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Assisted in meal preparation and ensured proper nutrition for clients.
- Helped clients with mobility and transportation to appointments or errands.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients at home.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding client needs and care plans.
- Documented daily activities and care provided in client records accurately.
Team Member
Chick-fil-A
Cornelia
10.2025 - Current
- Assisted customers with their orders and provided friendly service.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area and kitchen equipment at all times.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout shift.
- Greeted customers upon entering the store with friendly demeanor.
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
Summer Camp Counselor
Brad Akins YMCA
Winder
05.2021 - 07.2023
- Supervised daily activities for campers, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
- Developed and implemented creative lesson plans aligned with camp goals.
- Facilitated team-building exercises to promote collaboration among campers.
- Monitored camper behavior and addressed conflicts with effective communication strategies.
- Provided first aid support and ensured health guidelines were followed consistently.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining a safe environment.
- Communicated with other counselors to coordinate group activities.
Staff Member
Jersey Mike's Subs
Bethlehem
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Prepared and assembled sandwiches according to company standards and customer preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and dining areas throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency during peak hours.
- Completed regular and thorough cleaning of equipment, floors, and furniture.
- Built and maintained working relationships with peers and upper management.
- Met incoming customers pleasantly and offered support and service.
- Participated in team meetings, presentations and special events.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Truett McConnell University
Cleveland, GA05-2026
High School Diploma -
Apalachee High School
Winder, GA05-2021
Skills
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Emotional support
- Health and safety compliance
- Infection control standards
- High level of autonomy
- Emergency response
- Data collection
- End-of-life care
- Patient services
- Problem-solving
- Patience and empathy
- Compassionate care
Certification
Personal Care Aide, Seniors Helping Seniors, 2025
Volunteer Experiences
- Mission trip to the Philippines in 2018 and 2025
- Worked and served with local churches to serve the needy in our communities for Thanksgiving
- Traveled with church groups and college groups to Athens, GA to help provide essentials for the homeless population there
- Helped babysit foster kids with a college group
Timeline
Team Member
Chick-fil-A
10.2025 - Current
Personal Care Aide
Senior Helping Seniors of Lanier
04.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician, Nurse Extern
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
05.2024 - 12.2024
Summer Camp Counselor
Brad Akins YMCA
05.2021 - 07.2023
Staff Member
Jersey Mike's Subs
07.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Truett McConnell University
High School Diploma -
Apalachee High School