April Carabin
Daphne,AL
Summary
Detail-oriented management professional with telemetry, geriatric, and oncology experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and team-building skills paramount in managing complex schedules between medical professionals, patients, and families. Customer service oriented with strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Military trained, talented leader, communicator, and problem solver with excellent multitasking and organizational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office, EMR, MyHealthy Vet, and clinical aspects of nursing.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistent Bakery Manager
Publix Grocery Store
Fairhope, Alabama
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted in daily operations and inventory management to ensure optimal stock levels.
- Supported team in implementing food safety protocols and maintaining cleanliness standards.
- Trained new staff on bakery procedures and customer service best practices.
- Collaborated with management to develop promotional displays that increased product visibility.
- Monitored production quality to ensure compliance with company standards and customer expectations.
- Contributed to scheduling shifts effectively, optimizing staff coverage during peak hours.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline production processes and enhance efficiency.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and loyalty.
- Managed department inventories by tracking sales and ordering product and supplies to meet customer demands, drive sales and reach company gross profit goals.
- Developed and implemented new operational procedures to reduce waste, resulting in cost savings for the department.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and handling special requests for bakery products.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, turning potentially negative experiences into positive outcomes.
- Oversaw daily production tasks such as mixing doughs, baking breads and pastries, decorating cakes – ensuring consistency and high quality across all products.
- Improved communication among team members through regular meetings and open dialogue regarding operations updates or issues requiring attention.
- Developed and implemented merchandising plans and maintained pricing and production knowledge to meet financial goals.
- Established strong relationships with vendors and suppliers – negotiating pricing and delivery terms that benefited both parties.
- Coordinated staff schedules, balancing workloads while maintaining high-quality output and efficiency.
- Provided ongoing training and development opportunities for team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Bookkeeper/Manager
Buc-ee's
Robertsdale, AL
07.2021 - 09.2022
- Meticulously managed financial records for $500K - $1.3M daily sales, ensured security, integrity and conditionality of data.
- Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocol - Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
- Eliminated discrepancies in finances by expertly documenting expenses, monitoring income, handling $70K in daily cash bank deposits and managing statements.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations, ensured invoices were paid on time.
- Monitored cash, check and credit card transactions across twelve registers.
- Inspected equipment and issued work orders for repair or requisitions for replacement.
- Controlled inventory levels through routine audits and physical inventory counts.
- Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
- Arranged consistent shelves, bins and racks by following established planograms.
Booster Club President/Concession Manager
McGill-Toolen Catholic High School
Mobile, AL
08.2019 - 01.2022
- Monitor food surpluses and cost control.
- Analyze and controlled inventory, working with suppliers to secure cost-effective contracts.
- Handle money, balanced tills, processed credit card payment batches and prepared bank deposits, maintaining 100% accuracy.
- Maintain accounts receivable for all booster club fundraisers
- Maintain documentation for purchases, payments, and other booster club related expenses
- Review and report on unbilled costs to school management
Nurse Technician
Thomas Hospital
Fairhope, AL
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Worked alongside a multidisciplinary team consisting of physicians, nurses, health physicians, nuclear medical technologists, and diagnostic radiologic technologists to manager daily patient workflow.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Prepared and maintained records of patient progress and services performed to report changes in patient condition.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Mentored new hires as preceptor, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care plans and needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement individualized patient care strategies.
- Advocated for patient needs, enhancing overall satisfaction and quality of care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Boatswainsmate, Operations Supervisor
U. S. Coast Guard
Mobile, AL
04.2003 - 07.2004
- Enforced regulatory and company policy compliance to improve workplace and employee safety and readiness.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
- Reviewed and assessed ongoing operations, developing initiatives for continuous process improvement.
- Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating financial constraints and assessing expenses.
Boatswainsmate, Assistant Executive Petty Officer
U.S. Coast Guard
Port Aransas, TX
07.2000 - 04.2003
- Handled day-to-day operations, including administrative management, personnel issues and supply requirements.
- Monitored unit training and training schedules.
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets, managed budget, and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team efficiency.
- Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
- Positively interacted with all partners, employees and customers using exemplary communication and interpersonal talents.
- Observed strict confidentiality regulations to maintain data security.
- Supervised an emergency call center via radio transmissions and telephone services.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL2017
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Park University
Parkville, MO2013
Associate of Arts - General Studies
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ2004
Skills
- Caregiver Relations
- Emotional and Social Support
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Bedsore Prevention
- Surgical Preparation
- Vital Signs Collection
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Conducting Intakes
- EMR Systems
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Timeline
Assistent Bakery Manager
Publix Grocery Store
09.2022 - Current
Bookkeeper/Manager
Buc-ee's
07.2021 - 09.2022
Booster Club President/Concession Manager
McGill-Toolen Catholic High School
08.2019 - 01.2022
Nurse Technician
Thomas Hospital
10.2018 - 03.2019
Boatswainsmate, Operations Supervisor
U. S. Coast Guard
04.2003 - 07.2004
Boatswainsmate, Assistant Executive Petty Officer
U.S. Coast Guard
07.2000 - 04.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Park University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
University of Phoenix