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Breena Walton

Plattsmouth,NE

Summary

Compassionate caregiver offers 20 years of experience assisting others. Committed to delivering top-notch care, administering medication and maintaining safe environments. Knowledgeable of care documentation practices.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
21
21
years of post-secondary education

Work History

In Home Caregiver

First Light Home Care
03.2024 - Current
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Ensured a safe and clean home environment by performing light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, vacuuming, and dusting.
  • Contributed to an overall positive caregiving experience by offering emotional support during challenging or difficult times.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Enhanced quality of life for clients through attentive assistance with daily activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation while considering dietary restrictions and nutritional requirements for each client.
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Provided effective companionship for clients who experienced loneliness or struggled with cognitive decline due to aging-related conditions like Alzheimer''s disease or dementia.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Maintained detailed records of client information, including medical history, personal preferences, goals, and care plan updates.

Budtender

50 Shades of Green
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • Checked guests' photo identification for validity and age requirements.
  • Utilized strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with customers, establishing trust and credibility as a knowledgeable resource on cannabis products.
  • Sold flowers, concentrates and edibles in fast-paced environment.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting each customer warmly upon arrival, fostering an inclusive environment that encouraged return visits.
  • Restocked supplies and arranged displays.
  • Weighed, prepared and packaged different types of products.
  • Employed effective cash handling procedures for accurate accounting of daily sales transactions while minimizing discrepancies or losses.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized, and visually appealing store environment to ensure a positive shopping experience for customers.
  • Educated customers about responsible consumption practices, promoting safe and enjoyable cannabis use experiences.

Sales Associate

Target
04.2022 - 04.2023
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.

Medical Assistant

Nebraska Medicine Bellevue
09.2018 - 03.2022
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
  • Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
  • Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
  • Improved clinical workflow with introduction of electronic health records system.

Education

Certification - Medical Assisting

Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing And Allied Health
Omaha, NE
09.2003 - 05.2024

Skills

  • Compassionate Caregiving
  • Meal Planning
  • First aid and safety
  • Client Confidentiality
  • Patient Care
  • Medical Terminology
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Customer Education
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Electronic Health Records
  • Vital Sign Monitoring
  • Patient documentation

Timeline

In Home Caregiver

First Light Home Care
03.2024 - Current

Budtender

50 Shades of Green
04.2023 - 04.2024

Sales Associate

Target
04.2022 - 04.2023

Medical Assistant

Nebraska Medicine Bellevue
09.2018 - 03.2022

Certification - Medical Assisting

Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing And Allied Health
09.2003 - 05.2024
Breena Walton