Compassionate caregiver offers 6 years of experience assisting others. Committed to delivering top-notch care, administering medication and maintaining safe environments. Knowledgeable of care documentation practices. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Aide
Help At Home Senior Care
Galesburg, IL
04.2023 - Current
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
Customer Service
Blick Art Materials
Galesburg, IL
06.2021 - Current
Resolved escalated customer service disputes and complaints, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
Analyzed customer feedback and identified areas for improvement, leading to increased customer retention.
Created and maintained customer service policies and procedures, contributing to improved customer retention.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams for smooth running of customer service operations.
Enforced adherence with company policies among customer service team members to maintain consistent service provision.
Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
Assistant Store Manager of Operations
Hy-Vee
Davenport, IA And Galesburg, IL
11.2016 - 06.2021
Logged operational documents, store-to-store transfers and shipment receipts as set forth in company policy.
Recruited, hired and trained new employees, aimed at building high-functioning team focused on stock management, visual merchandising and general store operations.
Managed workload and task demand between corporate guidelines and staff abilities.
Implemented theft prevention policies to minimize potential stock loss.
Communicated issues and challenges to corporate leadership, providing possible solutions.
Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
Created and maintained safe and secure work environments for employees.
Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - History And Elementary Education
Eureka College
Eureka, IL
12.1996
High School Diploma -
Galesburg High School
Galesburg
05.1992
Skills
Supply Purchasing
Care Plan Assessment
Client Documentation
Patient Transportation and Transfer
Daily Charting
Patient Care
Stroke Patient Care
Personal Hygiene Assistance
Motivating Clients
Companionship and Emotional Support
Household Chores
Timeline
Home Care Aide
Help At Home Senior Care
04.2023 - Current
Customer Service
Blick Art Materials
06.2021 - Current
Assistant Store Manager of Operations
Hy-Vee
11.2016 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - History And Elementary Education