Anna Crutchfield
Lawrenceville,IL
Summary
Dynamic professional with experience at Lawrence Memorial Hospital, excelling in patient communication and food handling safety. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency and ensure compliance with dietary guidelines, contributing to improved patient satisfaction. Skilled in time management and relationship building, fostering a collaborative environment for optimal service delivery.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Dietary Aide
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted in meal preparation and assembly for patient dietary needs.
- Delivered meals to patients, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas.
- Collaborated with dietitians to understand nutritional guidelines for patient care.
- Trained new staff on safe food handling practices and facility protocols.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring timely meal production and delivery.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations when handling patient information, protecting confidentiality at all times.
- Monitored food temperatures during storage and serving, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
- Adapted quickly to changes in dietary guidelines, ensuring compliance with latest health standards.
Assistant Manager
Mac's Convenience Store
2015 - 12.2022
- Coordinated daily operations to enhance store efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new staff on company policies and operational procedures.
- Implemented inventory management techniques to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Developed promotional displays to drive sales and improve product visibility.
- Ensured data integrity by meticulously maintaining and updating records in the company database.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
KCARC
01.2012 - 09.2014
- Managed medications for clients, ensuring proper dosages were taken on schedule and any side effects were promptly reported to healthcare professionals.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, enhancing personal independence and quality of life.
- Provided compassionate support to clients, fostering trust and positive relationships.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to implement personalized care plans effectively.
- Monitored client behaviors and reported changes to ensure timely interventions.
- Improved client quality of life by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting assistance.
- Provided reliable transportation for clients to attend medical appointments, social outings, or other community-based events as needed.
Dry Shipping Loader
Walmart DC
08.2006 - 02.2011
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently load and unload shipments.
- Organized inventory within loading dock area to maximize space and streamline operations.
- Inspected shipments for damage and ensured accuracy of order fulfillment.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe working environment during loading processes.
- Played a key role in achieving targets set by management for order volume processed each dayweekmonth.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures while consistently meeting deadlines for order fulfillment.
Childcare Assistant
YMCA Child Development Center
07.2005 - 02.2006
- Assisted in daily classroom activities, fostering a positive learning environment for children.
- Supported lead educators in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and lesson plans.
- Monitored children's behavior, promoting social skills and conflict resolution strategies.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas to ensure safety and engagement.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address concerns effectively.
- Supervised outdoor playtime, ensuring safety while encouraging physical activity and exploration.
- Boosted children''s cognitive development with age-appropriate educational games and activities.
- Maintained daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
Childcare Assistant
United Methodist Village Inc.
02.2000 - 08.2004
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of child development practices and safety protocols.
- Documented children's activities and milestones, providing valuable insights for educators and parents.
- Engaged children in creative play, encouraging exploration and imagination through various activities.
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Read and told stories to promote and support overall language development.
- Monitored children's progress and identified areas of improvement.
- Helped with creation of age-appropriate activities to keep children positively engaged.
- Kept children between ages of 6 months and 3 years old safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
Education
High School Diploma -
Red Hill High School
Bridgeport, IL 05-2005
Skills
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Customer service
- Patient communication
- Verbal communication
- Food handling safety
- Sanitation practices
- Relationship building
- Scheduling and planning
Timeline
Dietary Aide
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
KCARC
01.2012 - 09.2014
Dry Shipping Loader
Walmart DC
08.2006 - 02.2011
Childcare Assistant
YMCA Child Development Center
07.2005 - 02.2006
Childcare Assistant
United Methodist Village Inc.
02.2000 - 08.2004
Assistant Manager
Mac's Convenience Store
2015 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Red Hill High School