Abigail Chastain
Albertville,AL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Care Assistant
Lakeshore Assisted Living
Guntersville, Alabama
10.2025 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance resident well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in health status to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of living areas, promoting a hygienic environment.
- CPR Certified
- Certified Med Tech
- Supported recreational activities that fostered social engagement among residents.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding resident needs and care updates.
- Provided emotional support for residents during difficult transitions or personal challenges, enhancing overall mental wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, organized living space for each resident, fostering a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Trained new Resident Care Assistants in best practices and facility protocols, promoting teamwork and continuity of care across staff members.
- Assisted residents in managing medications, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to schedules.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, quickly identifying any changes requiring medical intervention or adjustments to care plans.
- Promoted a safe living environment by promptly addressing potential hazards and reporting concerns to supervisors.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding resident rights, confidentiality requirements, and facility policiesprocedures.
- Developed strong relationships with family members, providing regular updates on resident progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Supported residents during meal times, assisting with feeding and promoting proper nutrition.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Delivered and served meals and provided other dining needs.
- Escorted residents to community activities and games and encouraged participation.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Memory Care RCA
Lakeshore Assisted Living
Guntersville, AL
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted residents with daily activities, ensuring comfort and support in a compassionate environment.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, delivering timely updates to nursing staff for optimal care.
- Provided companionship, enhancing residents' overall well-being and quality of life.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Host
Papa Dubi's Restaurant
Albertville, AL
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Greeted and seated guests promptly, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
- Managed reservation system, optimizing table turnover and guest experience.
- Coordinated with kitchen and waitstaff to streamline service flow.
- Assisted in training new hosts on procedures and customer service standards.
- Handled guest inquiries and concerns, enhancing satisfaction and retention.
- Maintained cleanliness of host area, contributing to overall restaurant ambiance.
- Processed takeout orders efficiently during peak hours to minimize wait times.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere by quickly addressing spills and resetting tables after guest departure.
- Assisted servers with food delivery during peak hours to ensure timely service for all guests.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Snead State Community College
Boaz, ALHigh School Diploma -
Guntersville High School
Guntersville, AL05-2023
Skills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dementia care
- Adaptive problem solving
- Emotional support
- CPR certified
- Client confidentiality
- Light housekeeping
- Mobility assistance
- Daily living assistance
- First aid procedures
- Compassionate communication
- File management
- Patient assistance
- Willingness to learn
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Decision-making
Timeline
Resident Care Assistant
Lakeshore Assisted Living
10.2025 - Current
Memory Care RCA
Lakeshore Assisted Living
12.2024 - 06.2025
Host
Papa Dubi's Restaurant
01.2024 - 11.2024
No Degree - General Studies
Snead State Community College
High School Diploma -
Guntersville High School