Candi Richards

Experience

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  Golden LivingCenters

  Sept 2009 - Jun 2011

  Certified Nursing Assistant

  Provided compassionate care to patients by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and feeding. Monitored vital signs, reported changes to nursing staff, and maintained a clean, safe environment. Supported patient mobility, documented care, and ensured patient comfort and safety. Developed strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail while working effectively in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

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  UVA Health

  Jun 2011 - Aug 2013

  Medical Technician

  Performed all aspects of ADL's for longterm care patients recovering from head trauma and spinal injuries. Maintained records of progress, I/O catheter, bladder scan, tracheotomy care, colostomy care, and intravenous blood draws.

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  The Law Office of Becky Briggs

  Sept 2021 - Jan 2024

  Litigation Legal Assistant

  Working with clients (many of whom have profound mental health struggles and/ or substance abuse problem(s) in very serious and stressful situations. At the courthouse, I met, observed, and spoke with judges, guardian ad litems, social workers, public defenders, victims’ advocates, and investigators. I assisted with organizing exhibits, handling discovery, communicating with the client, tracking witness statements, and wrangling experts.

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  Wellesley College

  Aug 2022 - May 2023

  Administrative Assistant

  Student Administrative Assistant to the Sociology and Anthropology departments at Wellesley College.

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  Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel

  May 2023 - Apr 2024

  Level 2 Case Assistant

  As a level 2 case assistant, I assisted attorneys on a variety of legal matters including preparing legal paperwork, providing administrative support during trials and litigation, contacting clients, and other support duties as required by the legal team.