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BETTY CARTER INGRAM

Edgewood,MD

Summary

Proven achiever with extensive experience in material handling and patient care, most notably with Kohls Distribution Center. Excelled in maintaining workplace cleanliness and enhancing patient safety, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving abilities and a positive attitude. Skilled in both materials management and supporting healthcare teams, consistently contributing to improved operational efficiency and patient outcomes.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Handler

Kohls Distribution Center
08.2022 - Current
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
  • Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
  • Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
  • Managed inventory levels with precision, performing regular audits and adjusting as necessary.
  • Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
  • Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.

Patient Care Associate

Health Hospital Corporate HHC
04.2001 - 12.2016
  • Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Assisted with various diagnostic procedures such as drawing blood samples, obtaining EKG readings, and collecting urine specimens for laboratory testing.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by communicating pertinent patient information during detailed handoff reports.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted nurses in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and recording medical histories for accurate patient records.
  • Optimized patient outcomes by working closely with registered nurses, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
  • Performed patient mobility services by turning, lifting, moving and repositioning patients.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry trends and further develop skills as a Patient Care Associate.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in various medical equipment usage such as EKG machines, blood glucose monitors, and IV pumps as required for specific patient treatments.
  • Improved patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range-of-motion exercises under the guidance of physical therapists.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Provided adjunct care by administering enemas, douches, nonsterile dressings and heat treatments.
  • Assisted with patient transfers and ambulation.
  • Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

Education

Diploma - Business Administration

Eastern District High School
Brooklyn, NY
06.1983

Skills

  • Material Handling
  • Loading and unloading
  • Order Picking
  • Positive Attitude
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Workplace Cleanliness
  • Pallet Jack Operation
  • Material packaging
  • Clean Background Check
  • Materials Management
  • OSHA Guidelines
  • Delivery Tracking
  • Order picking and processing
  • Problem-Solving
  • Labeling and boxing

Timeline

Material Handler

Kohls Distribution Center
08.2022 - Current

Patient Care Associate

Health Hospital Corporate HHC
04.2001 - 12.2016

Diploma - Business Administration

Eastern District High School

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