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AMBER ARTIBANI

Hilliard,FL

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager/Event Coordinating Specialist

A Twist Of Color
Bristol, CT
07.2015 - Current
  • Interviewed and hired strong candidates for team openings, using newspapers, job boards and social media to find applicants
  • Booking events and scheduling entertainers. Customer service before and after events
  • Maintained team efficiency by strategically delegating daily activities, monitoring output and rewarding positive contributions
  • Evaluated employees’ strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training
  • Maintained current knowledge of all facets of operations
  • Scheduled movies, entertainment and other special events.
  • Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation and proposal development for various events.
  • Fulfilled contractual obligations, including communications, vendor coordination, schedule creation, budget administration and day of event coordination.
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for all events.
  • Managed event logistics and operations, including support staff, vendor services and volunteers.
  • Solicited feedback from clients to assess event success and uncover opportunities for improvement.
  • Planned large-scale events such as trade shows, conferences, and meetings.
  • Selected and ordered décor and event materials.
  • Fostered relationships with local and national suppliers to obtain best price, quality, and delivery of products.
  • Negotiated and worked with venues and vendors to carry out event objectives.
  • Liaised with marketing and PR colleagues to promote special events in social calendars.
  • Fulfilled contractual obligations, including communications, vendor coordination, schedule creation, budget administration and rehearsal and day of event coordination.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, including contract signing, fee collection, event booking and event promotions.
  • Supervised onsite team, including caterers, audio-visual technicians, and facility management team.
  • Developed relationships with vendors and operators.
  • Liaised with management to establish quality standards and develop budget.
  • Facilitated high volumes of cash, credit and gift card transactions, verifying cash drawer balance at end of shows.
  • Recruited and retained top talent, with focus on completing timely performance evaluations, providing positive feedback and rewarding superior performance.

Activities Coordinator

The Lakeside
, FL
02.2021 - 03.2022

Developing and implementing activity programs with team of great individuals.
Resident enrichment through music, arts and crafts, fine arts, social gatherings, etc.
Build deep, personal, and trusting connections with residents and family members.
Respond to resident and family needs, promptly communicate any changes to appropriate staff members.
Assist in production and distribution of monthly newsletter and calendar.
Assist in production and posting of daily calendars and other daily communication flyers.
Welcome all residents and family with warm and caring attitude. Decorating community for holidays and special events. Design and maintenance of all bulletin boards and other areas of written, public communication within community.
Maintain organization of activity/programming areas, including common areas where applicable. Seek out and attend educational opportunities to continue to build personal and professional skills related to offering residents best quality of life. Drive community vehicles to activity programs.

Coordinated, planned, developed and implemented activities designed to enrich lives of residents.

Sought and obtained community opportunities for cultural and recreational participation and safely transported residents to and from locations.

Managed filing systems for electronic and hard copy documents to keep organized records.

Maintained and ordered supplies for activities.

Resident Services Supervisor

CCN
Yulee, FL
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Supervised, directed and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
  • Reviewed department performance and adjusted coverage to compensate for changing conditions.
  • Fostered improvement in all operational facets, including staff development, personnel training and standards of patient care.
  • Updated patient data such as tracked behaviors to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
  • Continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
  • Actively engaged and participated care plan development and patient monitoring.
  • Worked alongside caregivers and family members in providing emotional and psychological care to support patient needs.
  • Managed 15 RLAs in handling needs of patients with intellectual disabilities.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for residents in theassisted living facilities and delivered high-quality support to meet all needs.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms and group living areas.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Supervise and facilitate activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in a 24-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
  • Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
  • Set overall vision and provided team leadership.
  • Identified individual employees' unique work styles and adapted management methods.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Created efficient work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.

Manager

Rack Room Shoes
Yulee , Florida
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Supervised up to 4 employees in the store by monitoring activities, coaching and offering hands-on support.
  • Trained new employees in specific job requirements.
  • Maintained team efficiency by strategically delegating daily activities, monitoring output and rewarding positive contributions.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Recorded inventory sales into organization's weekly income report.
  • Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
  • Demonstrated new products, procedures and techniques to employees.
  • Achieved or exceeded financial goals on regular basis by controlling expenses, optimizing schedules and regulating inventory usage.
  • Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows to meet any daily demand.
  • Submitted reports to senior management to aid in business decision-making and planning.
  • Coached team on effective upselling and cross-selling methods.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.

PCA/Event Specialist

NHV
Hartford, CT
06.1996 - 12.2019
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines in all areas.
  • Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Solicited feedback from clients to assess event success and uncover opportunities for improvement.
  • Managed event logistics and operations, including support staff, vendor services and volunteers.
  • Selected and ordered décor and event materials.
  • Accurately calculated and processed expenses during and after events.
  • Collected vitals and biological samples to support diagnostic plans and ongoing assessment strategies.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, including contract signing, fee collection, event booking and event promotions.
  • Interviewed clients to understand event scopes of work, establish budgets and determine timelines for venue selection, guest list finalization, and rehearsal, ceremonies, and receptions.

LPN

Park Place Health Center
Hartford, CT
01.2013 - 12.2018
  • Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels
  • Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
  • Input medical histories, symptoms and vital statistics as part of the intake process
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations
  • Collaborated with 10 CNAs to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures
  • Cared for over 29 disabled and elderly patients each day with quality-driven support
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns

Education

LPN Cert. - Medicine

Lincoln Technical Institute - New Britain
New Britain, CT
2011

Skills

  • Project management
  • Contract Management
  • Staff management
  • Financial management
  • Patient care
  • Planning and organization
  • Detail-oriented
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Goal-oriented
  • Problem Solving
  • Interdepartmental Collaboration
  • Team Recruiting and Onboarding
  • Customer Service
  • Decision Making
  • Time Management
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Scheduling Events and Programs
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Recreational Program Planning
  • Team Leadership

Timeline

Activities Coordinator

The Lakeside
02.2021 - 03.2022

Resident Services Supervisor

CCN
01.2021 - 07.2021

Manager

Rack Room Shoes
01.2020 - 12.2020

Manager/Event Coordinating Specialist

A Twist Of Color
07.2015 - Current

LPN

Park Place Health Center
01.2013 - 12.2018

PCA/Event Specialist

NHV
06.1996 - 12.2019

LPN Cert. - Medicine

Lincoln Technical Institute - New Britain