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April Seaman

Jacksonville,NC

Summary

Dedicated PCA with a proven track record at VA, excelling in personal hygiene assistance and client advocacy. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through effective mobility support and immediate care during emergencies. Strong communicator and team player, committed to maintaining high standards of care and fostering positive relationships with patients and staff.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

PCA

VA
09.2024 - 01.2025
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.

Short Order Cook

Lil Jamaica
09.2020 - 01.2025
  • Worked in fast-paced environment with sense of urgency to serve guests quickly.
  • Understood cooking techniques and fundamentals to maximize safe food handling.
  • Prepared meals with special accommodations for those with allergies.
  • Kept kitchen up to code for health and safety inspections.
  • Restocked stations and supplies during slower periods between rushes.
  • Trained new team members on kitchen operations and safety protocols.
  • Worked closely with other kitchen staff to facilitate timely completion of orders.

Housekeeping

Comfort Suites Hotel
04.2015 - 07.2016
  • Contacted housekeeping staff when guests vacated rooms for upkeep or cleaning.
  • Upheld housekeeping standards by keeping space clean and free of hazards.
  • Supported housekeeping duties throughout facility by cleaning fixtures, removing trash from sales floor and cleans up product spills.
  • Resolved complaints regarding housekeeping and room service.

Management

Enchanted Garden Restaurant
06.2007 - 01.2010
  • Developed and maintained professional talent management system.
  • Performed program management review and surveillance activities.
  • Leveraged agency management system to perform quality control checks of policies, endorsements and audits against account management activity.
  • Assisted management staff with maintaining budget and schedule controls using standard project management protocols.
  • Adhered to various Safety Management Protocol standards.

House Keeping

Liberty Inn Hotel
02.2006 - 03.2007
  • Completed special housekeeping actions such as turning mattresses on set schedule.
  • Addressed client household needs with meal preparation, housekeeping and transportation.
  • Performed basic housekeeping duties such as sweeping, taking out trash and collecting dirty linens for wash.
  • Conducted general housekeeping functions such as removing spills and organizing supplies.

Manager

The Vitamin Shop
07.1999 - 10.2002
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.

Education

High School Diploma -

Freeport High School
Freeport, NY
06-1987

Skills

  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Care plan implementation
  • Client advocacy
  • Mobility support

Timeline

PCA

VA
09.2024 - 01.2025

Short Order Cook

Lil Jamaica
09.2020 - 01.2025

Housekeeping

Comfort Suites Hotel
04.2015 - 07.2016

Management

Enchanted Garden Restaurant
06.2007 - 01.2010

House Keeping

Liberty Inn Hotel
02.2006 - 03.2007

Manager

The Vitamin Shop
07.1999 - 10.2002

High School Diploma -

Freeport High School
April Seaman