Atahsirri Abongwa
Greenbelt,MD
Summary
Dynamic and licensed cosmetologist with a proven track record at Haircuttery, excelling in hair styling and client consultations. Known for exceptional social skills and professionalism, I effectively build relationships while delivering outstanding results in hair coloring and treatments, enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty. Committed to continuous education and skill development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cosmetologist
Haircuttery
Riverdale Park, MD
09.2025 - Current
- Provided personalized consultations to assess client needs and preferences.
- Performed a variety of hair services, including cutting, coloring, and styling.
- Utilized industry-standard tools and products to ensure quality results.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspaces to promote safety and efficiency.
- Developed lasting relationships with clients through excellent customer service skills.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and enhance client satisfaction.
- Stayed updated on beauty trends and techniques to provide informed recommendations.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic work environment by following strict sanitation guidelines and procedures.
- Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments, and created client service tickets.
- Demonstrated high level of customer service to increase retention and satisfaction.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
- Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Supported reception desk, receiving phone calls, entering appointments, and collecting payments for services rendered.
- Educated clients on proper hair care techniques to promote healthier hair between appointments.
- Contributed to the salon''s positive reputation through excellent customer service, attention to detail, and commitment to client satisfaction.
- Stayed current with industry trends and techniques by attending workshops, trade shows, and continuing education courses.
- Increased salon revenue by upselling additional treatments, products, and services to clients during appointments.
- Developed strong rapport with clientele through consistent high-quality service, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
Home Health Aide
Maxim Healthcare
Northwest DC
02.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored client health status and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Administered prescribed medications and maintained accurate records.
- Implemented care plans tailored to individual client needs and preferences.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments and community activities.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of client living environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care outcomes.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans, addressing specific needs and goals of each patient.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations including non-English speakers or individuals with cognitive impairments.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
Education
Cosmetology
Aspen Beauty Academy
Fort Meade, Laurel MD06-2025
High School Diploma -
Government Bilingual High School
Kumbo Northwest Region Of Cameroon 06-2010
Skills
- Social skills
- Friendly communication
- Active listening
- Licensed cosmetologist
- Scheduling appointments
- Clear communication
- Hair styling
- Men and women haircuts
- Customer consultation
- Professionalism and ethics
- Sanitation practices
- Client consultations
- Product knowledge
- Social media promotion
- Hair coloring and highlighting
- Client education
- Client consultation
- Decision-making
- Continuing education
- Styling tools
- Hair coloring expertise
- Product expertise
- Waxing treatments
- Hair conditioning and styling
- Sales expertise
- Relationship building
- Product upselling
- Sales and upselling
- Cosmetology
- Makeup artistry
- Bleaching, dyeing, and tinting
- Sanitation maintenance
- Nail care services
- Waxing and threading
- Facials and makeup applications
- Product demonstrations
- Physical strength
- Facial massage techniques
- Salon management
- Chemical texture services
- Hair assessments
- Color matching master
- Chemical mixing and application
- Special event hair styling
- Acrylic nail application master
- Beard trimming
- Scalp treatments
- Makeup application
- Nail treatments
- Hair coloring expert
- Cuticle trimming
Timeline
Cosmetologist
Haircuttery
09.2025 - Current
Home Health Aide
Maxim Healthcare
02.2022 - Current
Cosmetology
Aspen Beauty Academy
High School Diploma -
Government Bilingual High School