
Kimberly Poer
@kimberlypoer
Adult Peer Support Specialist at Kentucky Harm Reduction Coalition, supporting participants through outreach and safer-use resources.
What I'm looking for
At Kentucky Harm Reduction Coalition, I perform outreach in local areas where houselessness may prevail and assist participants with available supplies. I also participate in the Syringe Services Program, helping participants access safer-use strategies and supplies.
At Norton Suburban Hospital, I assisted nurses with patient care, vitals, and labs, and helped patients with activities of daily living. I documented information in the patient electronic record.
I earned a Medical Billing and Coding diploma from Ultimate Medical Academy, with instruction in billing, coding, and healthcare claims. My background also includes medical terminology, anatomy, HIPAA compliance, and revenue cycle management.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Prep Cook
Feed Louisville
Sep 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Assisted chefs with food preparation by cutting vegetables and fruits, opening cans, and mixing ingredients. Helped weigh donations, organize the pantry, and assist customers when needed.
Official Food Bagger
My Dog Eats First
Aug 2024 - Present (2 years 2 months)
Placed dog and cat food from distributor bags into smaller ziplock bags and delivered food and pet supplies to those in need. Stocked local pantries and prepared collars, leashes, and other supplies for outreach.
Adult Peer Support Specialist
Kentucky Harm Reduction Coalition
Jun 2024 - Present (2 years 4 months)
Performs outreach to areas where homelessness may prevail and assists participants with hygiene kits, snacks, meals, and wound care. Participates in the Syringe Services Program to provide safer using strategies and supplies.
Janitor
Metro Clean
Aug 2016 - Sep 2020 (4 years 1 month)
Cleaned and sanitized kitchen and bathroom surfaces, including unloading and loading dishwashers. Performed dusting, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming in all areas.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Norton Suburban Hospital
Jun 2011 - Sep 2016 (5 years 3 months)
Assisted nurses with patient care, vitals, and labs, and helped patients with activities of daily living. Maintained neat areas and documented all information into the patient electronic record.
Host/Hostess
Culver's
Jan 2008 - Jan 2010 (2 years)
Assisted customers with orders, kept the front area clean, and prepared meals cooked to order. Managed the frozen custard machine for opening and closing shifts and reported cash discrepancies to management.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Harrison County Lifelong Learning
Certified Nursing Assistant Certification, Nursing Assistance
Learned via textbook and clinical settings to assist nurses with patients, including activities of daily living, housekeeping, and cooking.
Crawford County High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
Earned a Core 40 diploma from Crawford County High School.
Northern Kentucky University
Adult Peer Support Specialist, Peer Support
Earned certification as an Adult Peer Support Specialist.
Ultimate Medical Academy
Diploma, Medical Billing and Coding
Fully accredited, accelerated program providing instruction in medical billing and ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS coding for diseases, surgeries and medical procedures. Program content includes electronic health record (EHR) systems, accounting methods, and processes for preparing and submitting healthcare claims.
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