Andrea Tiemessen
Ionia,IA
Summary
Successful at helping clients unravel physical, mental and emotional layers to identify root causes of problems and develop strong coping skills for diverse scenarios. Proficient in interdisciplinary collaboration with passion for leaving positive impact on patient lives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Materials Management Coordinator
Mercy One Medical Center
12.2019 - Current
- Improved inventory accuracy by maintaining, revising a barcode tracking system.
- Order materials for all departments through a requisition process for faster order fulfillment and reduced lead times.
- Reduced materials waste by optimizing storage conditions and implementing proper handling procedures.
- Enhanced supplier relationships, negotiating better prices and payment terms for cost savings.
- Ensuring all departments have materials needs to run efficiently and ensure patient safety.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to optimize material usage in production processes, reducing overall costs.
- Managed daily cycle counts and reconciled discrepancies to maintain inventory accuracy and prevent stockouts.
- Facilitated communication between departments, ensuring timely updates on material availability for production scheduling.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
ASSISTED LIVING MANAGER/Elderly Caregiver
SHELL ROCK SENIOR LIVING AND THE MEADOWS
05.2005 - 06.2019
- Improved resident satisfaction by implementing personalized care plans and coordinating with staff to ensure consistent delivery of services.
- Increased occupancy rates by conducting community outreach events and fostering relationships with local healthcare providers.
- Enhanced staff performance through ongoing training, mentoring, and regular feedback sessions.
- Streamlined administrative processes by integrating electronic health record systems and updating documentation procedures.
- Developed strong relationships with residents'' families, addressing their concerns promptly and providing updates on their loved ones'' wellbeing.
- Promoted a safe living environment by conducting regular safety inspections and implementing emergency preparedness plans.
- Managed budgets effectively to maintain high-quality services while controlling costs for residents and the facility.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow among departments in the assisted living community.
- Recruited hired, and trained dedicated staff members who were committed to providing exceptional resident care.
- Maintained open lines of communication between management, staff, residents, and family members for optimal service delivery.
- Reduced employee turnover rates through effective leadership strategies that fostered team cohesion and job satisfaction among staff members.
- Coordinated special events for residents including holiday celebrations and themed parties for increased socialization opportunities.
- Managed staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage while maintaining efficiency in labor costs.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Enhanced elderly residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate care and assistance with daily activities.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Coordinated closely with family members on updates regarding their loved one''s condition while respecting privacy.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - SOCIAL WORK
UPPER IOWA UNIVERSTIY
FAYETTE12.2025
CERTIFIED MEDICATION AIDE
HAWKEYE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
WATERLOO 04.2011
No Degree - CNA
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, IA12.2003
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Organizational Skills
- Care Planning
- Resident assessment
- Empathy and compassion
- Regulatory compliance
- End-of-life care
- Decision making
- Effective communication
- Quality assurance
- Conflict resolution
- Medication administration
- Behavior management
- Administrative Staff Supervision
- Medicare Compliance
Timeline
Materials Management Coordinator
Mercy One Medical Center
12.2019 - Current
ASSISTED LIVING MANAGER/Elderly Caregiver
SHELL ROCK SENIOR LIVING AND THE MEADOWS
05.2005 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - SOCIAL WORK
UPPER IOWA UNIVERSTIY
CERTIFIED MEDICATION AIDE
HAWKEYE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
No Degree - CNA
North Iowa Area Community College