Samantha Wirtz
Newhall
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with a proven track record at Virginia Gay Hospital, excelling in resident care and medication management. Known for exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, I foster teamwork and enhance operational efficiency, ensuring high-quality service delivery while maintaining a positive and supportive environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
OMT
Virginia Gay Hospital
03.2022 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Resident care and management
- Medication handling
- Effectively directed larger scale team activities
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Home Health Aide
Lutheran Home Assisted Living
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
Airport Screener
Mercy Hospital Medical Center
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Complied with all federal, state, and local regulations as well as company rules.
- Maintained accurate reports and records Health Trends on Covid 19.
- Checked equipment during each shift to assess functionality.
- Served as a point of contact for candidates throughout the screening process, addressing inquiries and providing guidance when necessary.
- Protected confidentiality of data by using security techniques.
- Interacted with public to give directions, explain rules, and regulations and respond to inquiries.
- Engaged in casual conversations with individuals to assess and analyze behaviors.
Lead Operator Specialist
Nordstrom Distribution Call Center
05.2015 - 01.2021
- Fostered a positive work environment, promoting open communication among team members to address concerns or suggestions for improvement.
- Completed various testing procedures for optimum work performance.
- Supported management decision-making by compiling operational and production data into daily logs.
- Tended equipment during operation and monitored readouts to determine areas of concern and quickly correct problems.
- Enhanced team performance through regular training sessions and coaching on best practices.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
Education
Certified Medication Assistant - Medical Technology
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA03-2023
No Degree - Certified Nurses Assistant
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA08-2021
High School Diploma -
Benton Community Senior High School
Van Horne, IA05-2008
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
- Flexible and adaptable
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
- Verbal communication
Timeline
OMT
Virginia Gay Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Home Health Aide
Lutheran Home Assisted Living
08.2021 - 03.2022
Airport Screener
Mercy Hospital Medical Center
11.2020 - 06.2021
Lead Operator Specialist
Nordstrom Distribution Call Center
05.2015 - 01.2021
Certified Medication Assistant - Medical Technology
Kirkwood Community College
No Degree - Certified Nurses Assistant
Kirkwood Community College
High School Diploma -
Benton Community Senior High School
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